ver verb

verlesen

verliest · hat verlesen · verlas
Based on: lesen, ver-
1.

to make a reading mistake

("sich+Acc verlesen")
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  • Der Manager verliest sich während er das Protokol verliest.
  • The manager makes reading mistakes while reading out the minutes.
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2.

to read out loud

(Sounds quite formal. Usually used for proclamations and stuff like that.)
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  • Der Richter verliest das Urteil.
  • The judge reads out the verdict.
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Word of the Day – “lesen”

"lesen" means "to read" in German. Today, we'll explore its various prefix versions and see some really fascinating connections to English and quality food.

Vocab: lesen, vorlesen, die Vorlesung, durchlesen, nachlesen, verlesen

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

verlesen has 2 distinct meanings: 1. to make a reading mistake, 2. to read out loud.

What is the past tense of 'verlesen'?

hat verlesen / verlas

What is the er/sie/es form of 'verlesen'?

er/sie/es verliest

What is 'verlesen' related to?

The word 'verlesen' is related to lesen and ver-.

Where can I learn more about 'verlesen'?

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Word of the Day – “lesen”
"lesen" means "to read" in German. Today, we'll explore its various prefix versions and see some really fascinating connections to English and quality food.
Vocab: lesen, vorlesen, die Vorlesung, durchlesen, nachlesen, verlesen
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