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Prepositions with Verbs Exercises in German language
Mastering prepositions with verbs is a crucial step in becoming proficient in German. These small but significant words help to establish relationships between verbs and other elements within a sentence, thereby providing clarity and context. Unlike in English, where prepositions often remain constant, German prepositions can vary depending on the verb they accompany. This variance can sometimes make it tricky to determine which preposition to use, especially for those new to the language. Understanding these nuances is essential for forming grammatically correct and meaningful sentences.
Our grammar exercises are designed to help you navigate this complex aspect of German. Through a variety of engaging and practical tasks, you will learn how to correctly pair verbs with their corresponding prepositions. Each exercise aims to reinforce your understanding, offering you ample opportunity to practice and internalize these rules. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these exercises will provide you with the tools you need to communicate more effectively in German. Dive in and discover how mastering prepositions with verbs can significantly enhance your language proficiency.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ich warte *auf* den Bus (preposition indicating waiting for something).</p>
<p>2. Er freut sich *über* das Geschenk (preposition indicating happiness about something).</p>
<p>3. Sie interessiert sich *für* Kunst (preposition indicating interest in something).</p>
<p>4. Wir denken *an* dich (preposition indicating thinking about someone).</p>
<p>5. Er erinnert sich *an* die Reise (preposition indicating remembering something).</p>
<p>6. Sie träumt *von* einer besseren Zukunft (preposition indicating dreaming of something).</p>
<p>7. Ich spreche *mit* dem Lehrer (preposition indicating speaking with someone).</p>
<p>8. Wir suchen *nach* einer Lösung (preposition indicating searching for something).</p>
<p>9. Er bedankt sich *bei* seiner Mutter (preposition indicating thanking someone).</p>
<p>10. Sie kümmert sich *um* den Garten (preposition indicating taking care of something).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Ich warte *auf* den Bus. (preposition used with "warten")</p>
<p>2. Er freut sich *über* das Geschenk. (preposition used with "freuen")</p>
<p>3. Sie nimmt *an* dem Wettbewerb teil. (preposition used with "teilnehmen")</p>
<p>4. Wir denken oft *an* unsere Kindheit. (preposition used with "denken")</p>
<p>5. Er interessiert sich *für* Kunst. (preposition used with "interessieren")</p>
<p>6. Sie kümmern sich *um* die Kinder. (preposition used with "kümmern")</p>
<p>7. Ich träume *von* einem schönen Urlaub. (preposition used with "träumen")</p>
<p>8. Er spricht *mit* seinem Freund. (preposition used with "sprechen")</p>
<p>9. Sie sucht *nach* einer neuen Wohnung. (preposition used with "suchen")</p>
<p>10. Wir protestieren *gegen* die neuen Regeln. (preposition used with "protestieren")</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Sie träumt *von* einer besseren Zukunft (preposition used with "träumen").</p>
<p>2. Er hat sich *auf* den Test vorbereitet (preposition used with "vorbereiten").</p>
<p>3. Wir warten *auf* den Bus (preposition used with "warten").</p>
<p>4. Er interessiert sich *für* Kunst (preposition used with "interessieren").</p>
<p>5. Sie kümmert sich *um* ihre Katze (preposition used with "kümmern").</p>
<p>6. Ich freue mich *auf* die Ferien (preposition used with "freuen" for future events).</p>
<p>7. Er denkt *an* seine Kindheit (preposition used with "denken").</p>
<p>8. Sie besteht *auf* ihrer Meinung (preposition used with "bestehen").</p>
<p>9. Er hat Angst *vor* Spinnen (preposition used with "Angst haben").</p>
<p>10. Sie erinnert sich *an* das Treffen (preposition used with "erinnern").</p>