No. 103 in German
liegt
"Liegt" means "lies" or "is located."
In a sentence
Das Buch liegt auf dem Tisch.
The book lies on the table.
Here, 'liegt' is used to denote the physical position or placement of the book on the table in a horizontal manner.
Die Verantwortung liegt bei dir.
The responsibility lies with you.
In this sentence, 'liegt' conveys figuratively being attributed or assigned to someone, specifically indicating responsibility.
Der See liegt in einer wunderschönen Region.
The lake is located in a beautiful region.
Here, 'liegt' is used to describe the geographical location or placement of the lake within a certain area.
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