Wohnen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wohnen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to live", "to reside" or "to dwell".

Essential properties of "wohnen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: wohnen
  • Simple past: wohnte
  • Participle: gewohnt

See full conjugation of wohnen

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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 "wohnen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To reside or live in a place"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich wohne in Berlin.I live in Berlin.
  2. Sie wohnen seit fünf Jahren in diesem Haus.They have lived in this house for five years.
  3. Wir wohnen in einer kleinen Wohnung.We live in a small apartment.

2.) "To reside or stay temporarily in a place"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Während unseres Urlaubs wohnten wir in einem schönen Hotel.During our vacation, we stayed in a beautiful hotel.
  2. Er wohnt bei seinen Freunden, wenn er in der Stadt ist.He stays with his friends when he is in the city.
  3. Wir wohnten in einem Bed & Breakfast.We stayed in a Bed & Breakfast.

3.) "To attend an event (often used with 'beiwohnen')"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wohnte der Sitzung als Gast bei.He attended the meeting as a guest.
  2. Sie wohnte der Hochzeit ihrer besten Freundin bei.She attended her best friend's wedding.
  3. Viele Menschen wohnten der Zeremonie bei.Many people attended the ceremony.
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