Klappen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Klappen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to work", "to succeed" or "to go well".

Essential properties of "klappen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: klappen
  • Simple past: klappte
  • Participle: geklappt

See full conjugation of klappen

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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 "klappen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To work out or succeed"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Plan klappt perfekt.The plan works perfectly.
  2. Hoffentlich klappt alles wie geplant.Hopefully everything works out as planned.
  3. Es hat nicht geklappt, den Termin zu verschieben.It didn't work out to postpone the appointment.

2.) "To fold or close something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Bitte klappen Sie den Tisch nach dem Essen zusammen.Please fold the table after eating.
  2. Er klappte das Buch zu und legte es beiseite.He closed the book and put it aside.
  3. Kannst du mir helfen, die Wäsche zu klappen?Can you help me fold the laundry?

3.) "To make a sharp, dry sound"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Tür klappte laut zu.The door clapped shut loudly.
  2. Ich hörte etwas im Gebüsch klappen.I heard something clack in the bushes.
  3. Das Schloss klappte auf und die Tür öffnete sich.The lock clicked open and the door opened.
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