English–German

“step on” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtreːtən/

Example

Ich trete auf das Kabel.

I'm stepping on the cable.

Illustration for treten (step on)

How to say “step on” in German

“Step on” in German is treten.

A foot bears down on something or strikes it with force.

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

Example sentences with treten

Pass auf, nicht auf die Scherbe zu treten.

Watch out, don't step on the shard.

Tips for using treten

  • For contact with a surface, treten auf takes the accusative, as in auf das Kabel; treten gegen also takes the accusative for a forceful kick against something.

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