No. 12,646 in German
werken
"Werken" means "to do handicrafts" or "to work on crafts" in English.
In a sentence
Im Kunstunterricht werken die Schüler an ihren Projekten.
In art class, the students are working on their projects.
In this sentence, 'werken' is used to describe the act of working creatively or making something, often associated with manual or creative tasks.
Am Wochenende möchte er in seiner Werkstatt werken.
On the weekend, he wants to tinker in his workshop.
Here, 'werken' refers to tinkering or crafting, emphasizing manual and inventive activity.
Die Kinder werken mit Freude und Enthusiasmus.
The children are working enthusiastically and joyfully.
In this context, 'werken' highlights joyful and active involvement in manual or creative work.
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