stehen
Strong Verb (Ablaut e-a-a) Level A1 ⭐ #18 Most CommonEnglish translation: to stand / to be situated / to suit
Präsens (Present)
Standing currently
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| ich | stehe | |
| du | stehst | |
| er/sie/es | steht | |
| wir | stehen | |
| ihr | steht | |
| sie/Sie | stehen |
- Der Kölner Dom steht mitten in der Stadt. — Cologne Cathedral stands right in the center of the city.
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Frequently Asked Questions: STEHEN
Is "stehen" a regular or irregular verb in German? ▾
"stehen" is classified as a Strong Verb (Ablaut e-a-a) verb in German. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "steht, stand, gestanden / takes Dativ (Wo?)". Intransitive verb of static position. In southern Germany/Austria, takes auxiliary 'sein'; in northern Germany, 'haben'. Use with Dative prepositions for location: 'Das Buch steht im Regal' (The book is standing on the shelf).
What does "stehen" mean in English? ▾
In English, "stehen" translates primarily to "to stand / to be situated / to suit". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "stehen"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Ich stehe das Glas auf den Tisch." instead of "Ich stelle das Glas auf den Tisch.". Why? 'Stehen' is static (to stand). To actively put something upright, use the transitive twin 'stellen' (+ Akkusativ).
What are common idioms or expressions with "stehen"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Zur Verfügung stehen" which means "To be available / at one's disposal" (e.g. "Ich stehe Ihnen gerne zur Verfügung.").
How can I practice and memorize "stehen" conjugations? ▾
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