aufmachen

This is the 13231st most frequent German word.


aufmachen

"Aufmachen" means "to open."


The word 'aufmachen' is a separable verb meaning 'to open', used here in the context of opening a physical object like a door.

Ich werde die Tür aufmachen.

I will open the door.


In this context, 'aufmachen' means to start or open a new establishment, such as a shop.

Wir sollten ein neues Geschäft in der Stadt aufmachen.

We should open a new shop in the city.


Again, 'aufmachen' means 'to open', here used for opening a window, indicating its flexibility in referring to various objects that can be opened.

Könntest du bitte das Fenster aufmachen?

Could you please open the window?