Translation
to lie, tell an untruth
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Word origin
From Old High German liogan, from the same Germanic root as English lie.
- Origin
- Old High German
- Root
- liogan
- English cognates
- lie
Grammar
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
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You should not always lie.
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She lied to protect him.
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I think he is lying right now.
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lügen: worksheet, infographic and listicle
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 11: Words 681-690.