meistern

1.

to master

(For skills as well as for tasks)
Examples
  • Ich meistere die neue Software nach ein paar Tagen Übung.
  • I master the new software after a few days of practice.
2.

to lead

(Being the dungeon master for table top role playing games like DnD.)
Examples
  • Thomas meistert heute Abend die DnD-Runde.
  • Thomas is leading the DnD session tonight.

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

meistern has 2 distinct meanings: 1. to master , 2. to lead.

What is the past tense of 'meistern'?

hat gemeistert / meisterte

What is 'meistern' related to?

The word 'meistern' is related to *meg-.

Where can I learn more about 'meistern'?

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