flachliegen

1.

to be in bed, to be bed-bound

(Pretty much only used in context of being sick.)
Examples
  • Ich liege seit gestern mit Fieber flach.
  • I've been stuck in bed with a fever since yesterday.

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

flachliegen has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to be in bed, to be bed-bound.

What is the past tense of 'flachliegen'?

hat flachgelegen / lag flach

What is 'flachliegen' related to?

The word 'flachliegen' is related to flach and liegen.

Where can I learn more about 'flachliegen'?

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