sitzen
Irregular (Starkes Verb) Level A1 ⭐ #42 Most CommonEnglish translation: to sit / to be seated
Präsens
Present stationary sitting.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| ich | sitze | |
| du | sitzt | |
| er/sie/es | sitzt | |
| wir | sitzen | |
| ihr | sitzt | |
| sie/Sie | sitzen |
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Frequently Asked Questions: SITZEN
Is "sitzen" a regular or irregular verb in German? ▾
"sitzen" is classified as a Irregular (Starkes Verb) verb in German. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "sitzt, saß, gesessen (hat/ist gesessen)". Strong verb: i -> a -> e (sitzen, saß, gesessen). Auxiliary is 'haben' in northern Germany, 'sein' in southern Germany & Austria. Indicates stationary position with Dative (Wo? Auf dem Stuhl). Do not confuse with 'setzen' (Akkusativ motion).
What does "sitzen" mean in English? ▾
In English, "sitzen" translates primarily to "to sit / to be seated". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "sitzen"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Ich sitze das Buch auf den Tisch" instead of "Ich lege das Buch auf den Tisch / Ich sitze auf dem Stuhl". Why? Sitzen is intransitive (to be seated); for placing an object or seating someone, use 'setzen'.
What are common idioms or expressions with "sitzen"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Sitzen lassen" which means "To jilt / dump someone" (e.g. "Er hat sie einfach sitzen lassen.").
How can I practice and memorize "sitzen" conjugations? ▾
Use Verbpedia's built-in interactive flashcards, pronounce each form using native Web Speech audio, and complete the instant mini-quiz below. You can also print a distraction-free A4 cheat sheet using the Print button above.
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Test your understanding of 'sitzen' across tenses
Complete: 'Wir sitzen ______ Sofa.' (Dative neuter)
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