English–German

“invent” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛɐ̯ˈfɪndən/

Example

Er hat das Rad erfunden.

He invented the wheel.

Illustration for erfinden (invent)

How to say “invent” in German

“Invent” in German is erfinden.

A mind brings a new device, method, idea, or story into existence through imagination.

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

Example sentences with erfinden

Viele Forscher versuchen, neue Geräte zu erfinden.

Many researchers are trying to invent new devices.

Tips for using erfinden

  • Erfinden covers both genuine invention and fabrication, whereas entdecken refers to finding something that already exists.

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