legen
B1 Verb
English Translation
to lay, to put (flat)
What does „legen" mean in English?
„legen" is a German verb meaning "to lay, to put (flat)" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.
Example Sentences
1
Ich habe Ihnen die Briefe auf den Schreibtisch gelegt.
I put the letters on your desk.
2
Legen Sie die Zeitungen bitte dort ins Regal.
Please put the newspapers on the shelf there.
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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