Continuing from the last article, here are 10 more common German verbs that will help you expand your speaking abilities. These verbs are versatile and frequently used in daily interactions. Mastering them will give you the tools to communicate effectively in more situations.
1. Sagen (to say, to tell)
Used for expressing thoughts, giving information, or asking questions.
- Was hast du gesagt? (What did you say?)
- Ich sage dir später Bescheid. (I’ll let you know later.)
2. Lesen (to read)
Helpful for talking about books, newspapers, or emails.
- Ich lese gerne Bücher. (I like reading books.)
- Liest du die Zeitung? (Do you read the newspaper?)
3. Schreiben (to write)
Common in conversations about messages, emails, or notes.
- Ich schreibe einen Brief. (I am writing a letter.)
- Kannst du mir deine Nummer schreiben? (Can you write down your number for me?)
4. Lernen (to learn)
Perfect for discussing your language journey or studies.
- Ich lerne Deutsch. (I’m learning German.)
- Lernst du eine andere Sprache? (Are you learning another language?)
5. Arbeiten (to work)
Essential for conversations about jobs and daily routines.
- Ich arbeite in einem Büro. (I work in an office.)
- Wo arbeitest du? (Where do you work?)
6. Geben (to give)
Used for offering or handing over things.
- Kannst du mir das Buch geben? (Can you give me the book?)
- Ich gebe dir morgen Bescheid. (I’ll let you know tomorrow.)
7. Bleiben (to stay)
Important for discussing plans or locations.
- Ich bleibe zu Hause. (I’m staying at home.)
- Bleibst du lange? (Are you staying long?)
8. Brauchen (to need)
Perfect for expressing needs or requirements.
- Ich brauche Hilfe. (I need help.)
- Brauchst du etwas? (Do you need something?)
9. Finden (to find)
Great for opinions or locating things.
- Ich finde das interessant. (I find that interesting.)
- Hast du meine Schlüssel gefunden? (Did you find my keys?)
10. Laufen (to walk, to run)
Used for movement and activities.
- Ich laufe jeden Morgen im Park. (I run in the park every morning.)
- Läufst du zur Arbeit? (Do you walk to work?)
10 Sentences to Practice
- Was hast du gesagt?
- Ich lese ein interessantes Buch.
- Kannst du mir eine E-Mail schreiben?
- Ich lerne heute neue Wörter.
- Wo arbeitest du?
- Kannst du mir die Tasche geben?
- Ich bleibe bis 18 Uhr hier.
- Ich brauche deinen Rat.
- Ich finde die Idee super!
- Ich laufe oft im Wald.
Vocabulary Booster
| German Word | Type | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| sagen | Verb | To say, to tell |
| lesen | Verb | To read |
| schreiben | Verb | To write |
| lernen | Verb | To learn |
| arbeiten | Verb | To work |
| geben | Verb | To give |
| bleiben | Verb | To stay |
| brauchen | Verb | To need |
| finden | Verb | To find |
| laufen | Verb | To walk, to run |
| die Zeitung | Noun | Newspaper |
| der Brief | Noun | Letter |
| die Hilfe | Noun | Help |
| das Buch | Noun | Book |
| der Schlüssel | Noun | Key |
| die Tasche | Noun | Bag |
| der Morgen | Noun | Morning |
| der Wald | Noun | Forest |
| die Idee | Noun | Idea |
| der Rat | Noun | Advice |
Final Thoughts
These 10 verbs are fundamental building blocks for effective German conversations. Practice them daily, use them in real-life situations, and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. With each sentence you speak, you’re one step closer to fluency. Keep going—you’ve got this!