Drauflegen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Drauflegen" is used as verb with the meaning of "add extra", "put in more" or "chip in".

Essential properties of "drauflegen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: drauflegen
  • Simple past: legte drauf
  • Participle: draufgelegt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "drauflegen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To add extra (money/effort)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich muss noch etwas drauflegen, um das Auto zu kaufen.I have to add a bit more to buy the car.
  2. Wenn du mehr willst, musst du drauflegen.If you want more, you have to pay extra.
  3. Er hat beim Poker viel Geld draufgelegt.He lost a lot of money in poker.

2.) "To place on top"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Du kannst das Buch einfach drauflegen.You can just put the book on top.
  2. Er hat den Deckel draufgelegt.He put the lid on.
  3. Bitte drauflegen und nicht schieben.Please place it on top and don't push.
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