Vollverb Glossary of terms

A Vollverb is a verb with full lexical meaning that can form the core of the predicate on its own.

Additional Information

  • Translations: main verb, full verb, lexical verb
  • Related concepts: Hauptverb, Tätigkeitsverb, Handlungsverb

Detailed Explanation

Vollverben in German are verbs that have a complete meaning and can function as the only verb in a sentence. They express actions, states, or processes independently. Unlike auxiliary or modal verbs, Vollverben do not need to be combined with other verbs to form a meaningful sentence.

These verbs can be conjugated in all tenses and moods and are essential for sentence construction in German.

Usage examples of "Vollverb"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich lese ein Buch.'Lesen' (to read) is a Vollverb that expresses the main action of the sentence.
  2. Die Sonne scheint.'Scheinen' (to shine) functions as a Vollverb, describing the state of the sun.
  3. Wir reisen nächste Woche.'Reisen' (to travel) is a Vollverb that indicates the future action the subjects will perform.
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