setzen

Meaning and Usage

"Setzen" means "to set" or "to put" in English. It is commonly used to indicate the action of placing something in a specific position.

Linguistic Analysis

"Setzen" is a verb and can be broken down into the prefix "se-" and the root "setzen." Its etymology can be traced back to the Old High German word "sezzen."

Comparisons between German and English

The word "setzen" is similar to the English word "set" in terms of meaning and usage.

Example Sentences

• Bitte setzen Sie sich hier. (Please take a seat here.)
• Sie setzt die Tasse auf den Tisch. (She puts the cup on the table.)

Memory Tips

Associate "setzen" with the English word "set" to remember its meaning.

Additional Vocabulary

Related words: aufsetzen (to put on), niedersetzen (to settle), versetzen (to move)