schalten

B1 Verb

English Translation

to switch, to shift (gears)

schalten — German verb meaning to switch, to shift (gears) (B1)
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What does „schalten" mean in English?

„schalten" is a German verb meaning "to switch, to shift (gears)" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Schalten Sie bitte das Licht aus, wenn Sie gehen.

Please switch off the light when you go.

2

Kannst du bitte den Fernseher einschalten. Jetzt kommen gleich die Nachrichten.

Can you please switch on the TV. The news is coming on now.

3

Du musst jetzt in den ersten Gang schalten.

You have to shift into first gear now.

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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