English–German

“earn” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈdiːnən/

Example

Sie verdient genug für die Miete.

She earns enough to pay the rent.

Illustration for verdienen (earn)

How to say “earn” in German

“Earn” in German is verdienen.

A person's effort or conduct creates a fitting return, such as pay, recognition, or a penalty.

Full entry for verdienen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with verdienen

Sie verdient nur wenig in ihrem neuen Job.

She earns very little in her new job.

Tips for using verdienen

  • Verdienen takes an accusative object and forms the perfect with haben, as in Er hat viel Geld verdient.

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