basteln

B1 Verb

English Translation

to do crafts, to make (hobbies)

basteln — German verb meaning to do crafts, to make (hobbies) (B1)
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What does „basteln" mean in English?

„basteln" is a German verb meaning "to do crafts, to make (hobbies)" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Grammar

Present

bastelt

Past

bastelte

Perfect

hat gebastelt

Example Sentences

1

Die Kinder basteln ein Vogelhaus.

The children are making a birdhouse.

2

Ich arbeite gern mit natürlichen Bastelmaterialien.

I like working with natural craft materials.

CEFR Level

B1

Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.

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