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Zapfen Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Zapfen" is mainly used as verb meaning "to tap", "to draw" or "to dispense". It is also used as noun.
Essential properties of "Zapfen"
Its most important properties are:
Properties as Verb
- Infinitive: zapfen
- Simple past: zapfte
- Participle: gezapft
regulartransitive
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.
Properties as Noun
- Gender: masculine
- Singular: der Zapfen
- Plural: die Zapfen
Meanings of "Zapfen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "To draw liquid from a barrel or container"
"Zapfen", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.
- Definition: "To draw liquid from a barrel or container."
- Translation(s): to tap, to draw, to dispense
- Synonym(s): abzapfen, anzapfen
- Related word(s): Fass, Hahn
📝 Some usage examples:
- Er muss das Bier aus dem Fass zapfen.
- Sie zapfen Wasser aus der Quelle.
- Wir zapfen den Wein für die Feier.
2.) "Conifer fruit, like a pinecone"
"Zapfen", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.
- Definition: "Fruit of conifers, such as pines or firs."
- Translation(s): cone, pinecone
- Synonym(s): Kegel
- Related word(s): Nadelbaum, Tanne
📝 Some usage examples:
- Der Zapfen fiel vom Baum.
- Ein großer Zapfen liegt auf dem Boden.
- Kinder sammeln Zapfen im Wald.