No. 1,338 in German
werfen
"Werfen" means "to throw."
In a sentence
Er wirft den Ball weit.
He throws the ball far.
Here, 'werfen' is used to indicate the action of throwing an object, specifically a ball, demonstrating its physical movement.
Sie wirft einen kurzen Blick auf das Buch.
She casts a quick glance at the book.
In this sentence, 'werfen' is used metaphorically to mean 'casting a glance,' showing its application in figurative speech.
Die neue Regel wirft Fragen auf.
The new rule raises questions.
Here, 'werfen' is utilized in an idiomatic expression 'Fragen aufwerfen,' illustrating its use to signify causing or raising an issue or inquiry.
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