ɡəˈfalən

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Translation

to please, to be liked by

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Word origin

From the prefix ge- and fallen ('to fall'), literally 'to fall in with, to suit'.

Origin
Old High German
Root
ge- + fallan

Grammar

Verb typestrong (gefällt, gefiel, gefallen), perfect with haben

Examples

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I like that dress a lot.

?

Did you like the film?

, mitkommst.

I would like it if you came along.

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This word is taught in chapter 4, lesson 3: Words 321-330.