aushecken

1.

to hatch, to think up

(A colloquial term for thinking up a plan, usually in contexts of a mischief or a prank. Quite common in children's books. NOT for an actual egg hatching!)
Examples
  • Was heckst du schon wieder aus?
  • What are you plotting this time?

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How many meanings does the German word 'aushecken' have?

aushecken has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to hatch, to think up.

What is the past tense of 'aushecken'?

hat ausgeheckt / heckte aus

What is 'aushecken' related to?

The word 'aushecken' is related to aus.

Where can I learn more about 'aushecken'?

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