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Frequently Asked German Questions
What preposition pairs with 'sparen'?
For example, the sentence "Ich spare für meine Reise"
The correct preposition to use with 'sparen' to convey the meaning of 'to save for' is 'für', forming the phrase 'sparen für'. The sentence 'Ich spare für meine Reise' translates to 'I am saving for my trip.' The other prepositions are not used to express the concept of saving for something. Fun Fact: 'Sparen für' requires the accusative case, as it typically involves a direct object – the thing or goal being saved for.
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Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "schreiben" to mean "to write to"?
Sie schreibt einen Brief ____ ihren Freund.
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "kämpfen" to mean "to fight for"?
Er kämpft ____ seine Rechte.
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "suchen" to mean "to search for"?
Ich suche ____ meinen Schlüsseln
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb 'sprechen' to mean 'to talk about'?
Sie spricht immer ____ ihrem Bruder
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb 'achten' to mean 'to pay attention to'?
Wir achten ____ die Details
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "interessieren" to mean "to be interested in"?
Sie interessiert sich ____ Kunst.
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb 'laufen' to mean 'to run through'?
Er läuft ____ den Park
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb 'arbeiten' to mean 'to work on'?
Er arbeitet ____ einem neuen Projekt
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "erinnern" to mean "to remember"?
Erinnern Sie sich ____ meinen Namen?
Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "warten" to mean "to wait for"?
Peter hat ____ seine Freundin gewartet.