No. 15,378 in German
verfahren
"Verfahren" (verb) means "to proceed" or "to act," and (noun) means "procedure" or "method."
In a sentence
Wir müssen vorsichtig verfahren, um keine Fehler zu machen.
We must proceed cautiously to avoid making mistakes.
The word 'verfahren' here is used as a verb meaning 'to proceed', highlighting the manner of conducting actions.
Bei diesem Verfahren wird die Lösung erhitzt.
In this procedure, the solution is heated.
The word 'Verfahren' here is used as a noun meaning 'procedure' or 'method', referring to a specific systematic process.
Ich habe mich auf dem Weg zu deinem Haus verfahren.
I got lost on the way to your house.
The word 'verfahren' here is used as a reflexive verb meaning 'to get lost', particularly while driving or navigating.
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