Translation
to be allowed to, may
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Grammar
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
hereinkommen?
May I come in?
.
You are not allowed to smoke here.
.
We were allowed to stay later that evening.
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Stories
(8)Auf dem Markt: Kuchen und ein Geschenk
2 min read · Core 5000
Der Brief an mich
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Der Tag für die Zukunft
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Die Cola-Woche
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Im Geschäft: Das Handy ist kaputt
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Willkommen in Wien
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Zwei Karten fürs Konzert
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Nicht vor den Leuten
5 min read · Core 1000
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dürfen: worksheet, infographic and listicle
Free printable study downloads for the German word "dürfen" (to be allowed to, may): a worksheet with the answer key built in, an infographic, and a sentence listicle. Open any one to view, print or save.
This word is taught in chapter 1, lesson 15: dürfen, Zeit, weil and 11 more words.