schließen
Irregular (Starkes Verb) Level A2 ⭐ #50 Most CommonEnglish translation: to close / to shut / to conclude
Präsens
Closing.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| ich | schließe | |
| du | schließt | |
| er/sie/es | schließt | |
| wir | schließen | |
| ihr | schließt | |
| sie/Sie | schließen |
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Frequently Asked Questions: SCHLIESSEN
Is "schließen" a regular or irregular verb in German? ▾
"schließen" is classified as a Irregular (Starkes Verb) verb in German. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "schließt, schloss, hat geschlossen". Strong verb: ie -> o -> o (schließen, schloss, geschlossen). Note spelling: ß after long vowel (schließen), ss after short vowel in preterite (schloss). Used for closing doors ('die Tür schließen') or concluding contracts ('einen Vertrag schließen').
What does "schließen" mean in English? ▾
In English, "schließen" translates primarily to "to close / to shut / to conclude". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A2 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "schließen"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Er schlasst das Fenster" instead of "Er schließt das Fenster". Why? Schließen retains 'ie' in the present tense: er schließt.
What are common idioms or expressions with "schließen"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Frieden schließen" which means "To make peace" (e.g. "Die beiden Länder haben endlich Frieden geschlossen.").
How can I practice and memorize "schließen" conjugations? ▾
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