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tragen

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do
create
be
result in
manufacture
establish
carry
wear
cover (costs)
assume (responsibility)
bear (fruit)
undertake
go on (an outing)
take on
have on
install
appoint
take action
inaugurate
invest
make
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produce
bear
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set up

Definition of "tragen" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "tragen" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.
#1

(von Pflanzen) Früchte oder Blüten hervorbringen.

DE: Der Baum trägt Äpfel.

A1
EN: “The tree bears apples.

DE: Unser Apfelbaum hat dieses Jahr viele Früchte getragen.

A2
EN: “Our apple tree has borne a lot of fruit this year.

DE: Die jahrelange harte Arbeit begann endlich, Früchte zu tragen.

B1
EN: “The years of hard work finally began to bear fruit.
#2

Etwas mit den Händen oder auf dem Körper von einem Ort zum anderen bewegen.

DE: Ich trage die Tasche.

A1
EN: “I am carrying the bag.

DE: Kannst du mir helfen, den schweren Koffer zu tragen?

A2
EN: “Can you help me carry the heavy suitcase?

DE: Er trug die Einkäufe in die Küche.

B1
EN: “He carried the groceries into the kitchen.
#3

Kleidung, Schmuck, eine Brille oder Ähnliches am Körper anhaben.

DE: Sie trägt ein rotes Kleid.

A1
EN: “She is wearing a red dress.

DE: Im Winter tragen wir dicke Jacken und Mützen.

A2
EN: “In winter, we wear thick jackets and hats.

DE: Er hat schon immer einen Bart getragen.

B1
EN: “He has always worn a beard.
#4

Für etwas die Verantwortung oder die Kosten übernehmen; die Konsequenzen von etwas ertragen.

DE: Wer trägt die Kosten?

A1
EN: “Who bears the cost?

DE: Die Versicherung trägt den Schaden.

A2
EN: “The insurance covers the damage.

DE: Als Teamleiter muss er die Verantwortung für den Fehler tragen.

B1
EN: “As team leader, he has to bear the responsibility for the mistake.