Packen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Packen" is used as verb with the meaning of "pack", "wrap" or "put away".

Essential properties of "packen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: packen
  • Simple past: packte
  • Participle: gepackt

See full conjugation of packen

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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 "packen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To pack or wrap items"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich muss mein Gepäck packen.I have to pack my luggage.
  2. Sie packen die Geschenke für die Kinder.They are wrapping the gifts for the children.
  3. Er packte seine Kleidung in den Koffer.He packed his clothes into the suitcase.

2.) "To grab or hold firmly"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Polizist packte den Dieb am Arm.The policeman grabbed the thief by the arm.
  2. Sie packte das Seil fest.She gripped the rope tightly.
  3. Er packte den Ball und rannte los.He grabbed the ball and ran off.

3.) "To achieve or succeed"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich hoffe, dass ich die Prüfung packe.I hope I pass the exam.
  2. Er hat es endlich gepackt, sein Ziel zu erreichen.He finally managed to reach his goal.
  3. Sie packte die Herausforderung mit Bravour.She mastered the challenge with flying colors.

4.) "To be gripped by a strong feeling"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Projekt hat mich wirklich gepackt.The project really captivated me.
  2. Er war von der Idee völlig gepackt.He was completely gripped by the idea.
  3. Sie packte die Abenteuerlust und sie reiste um die Welt.Adventure lust seized her, and she traveled the world.

5.) "To tackle a task or problem"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen dieses Problem gemeinsam packen.We have to tackle this problem together.
  2. Er packte die Aufgabe direkt an.He tackled the task directly.
  3. Sie packte die Arbeit mit viel Energie.She approached the work with a lot of energy.
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