zuschreiben

hat zugeschrieben · schrieb zu
Based on: schreiben, zu
zu verb
1.

to ascribe, to attribute

(ONLY in the sense of "placing" features or works on someone or something. Sounds a bit high register and you don't hear it much in daily life.)
Examples
  • Viele Zitate, die Buddha zugeschrieben werden, hat er nie gesagt.
  • Many quotes that are (being) attributed to Buddha, he never said.
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How many meanings does the German word 'zuschreiben' have?

zuschreiben has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to ascribe, to attribute.

What is the past tense of 'zuschreiben'?

hat zugeschrieben / schrieb zu

What is 'zuschreiben' related to?

The word 'zuschreiben' is related to schreiben and zu.

Where can I learn more about 'zuschreiben'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.