ausfüllen
Meaning and Usage
"ausfüllen" means "to fill out" or "to complete" in English. It is commonly used when referring to filling out forms, applications, or questionnaires.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "ausfüllen" is a combination of the prefix "aus-" and the verb "füllen." The prefix "aus-" indicates completion or fulfillment, and "füllen" means "to fill." Together, "ausfüllen" conveys the idea of filling something out completely or fulfilling a form's requirements.
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "ausfüllen" is similar in meaning to the English verb "to fill out." Both words are used when completing forms or providing information in a space provided.
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, filling out forms accurately and completely is often highly emphasized. This can include official documents, job applications, or other administrative paperwork.
Example Sentences
- Bitte füllen Sie das Formular aus. (Please fill out the form.)
- Er musste viele Felder im Antragsformular ausfüllen. (He had to fill out many fields in the application form.)
Memory Tips
You can remember the meaning of "ausfüllen" by associating it with the idea of "aus-" (out) and "füllen" (to fill), indicating the completion of filling something.
Additional Vocabulary
- die Ausfüllanleitung (filling-out instructions)
- ergänzen (to supplement, to complete)
- leeren (to empty, to clear)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
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Conjugation (for verbs)
- ich fülle aus (I fill out)
- du füllst aus (you fill out)
- er/sie/es füllt aus (he/she/it fills out)
- wir füllen aus (we fill out)
- ihr füllt aus (you fill out - plural)
- sie füllen aus (they fill out)