TOPIC · Prepositions (Präpositionen)

Verbs that go with the preposition auf in German

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After this lesson, you will be able to use verbs with the preposition "auf" correctly in German.

Using Verbs with "auf"

In German, mastering the use of verbs with prepositions is essential. The preposition "auf" is commonly found with many verbs. This lesson will explore the verbs that use "auf" and provide examples for better understanding.

Verbs with "auf" + Accusative

Here are some common verbs that take the preposition "auf" with the accusative case:

VerbMeaningExample
achten aufto pay attention toYou need to pay attention to the correct spelling. (You need to pay attention to the correct spelling.)
ankommen aufto depend onIt depends on the weather. (It depends on the weather.)
hinweisen aufto point outThe teacher pointed out the mistakes in the homework. (The teacher pointed out the mistakes in the homework.)
sich freuen aufto look forward toI am looking forward to the next holiday. (I am looking forward to the next holiday.)
sich konzentrieren aufto concentrate onWe need to concentrate on our studies. (We need to concentrate on our studies.)
reagieren aufto react toHow did he react to the news? (How did he react to the news?)
vertrauen aufto trust inYou can trust in my support. (You can trust in my support.)
verzichten aufto give up onI can give up chocolate. (I can give up chocolate.)
bringen aufto bring someone toHe brought me to this idea. (He brought me to this idea.)
drängen aufto insist onShe insisted on a quicker solution. (She insisted on a quicker solution.)

Everyday Usage

Many of these verbs are very useful in everyday German. You’ll encounter them in school, at work, or while chatting with friends. It’s crucial to practice these combinations to enhance your German-speaking skills.

Exercise

Complete the following sentences with the correct verbs:

  1. I __________ (look forward) to my birthday.
  2. We should __________ (pay attention) to the time.

Answers: 1. look forward, 2. pay attention

Conclusion

Using verbs with "auf" is vital for expressing yourself correctly and fluently in German. Continue practicing these verbs to improve your language skills.