Mögen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Mögen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to like", "to be fond of" or "to prefer".

Essential properties of "mögen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: mögen
  • Simple past: mochte
  • Participle: gemocht

See full conjugation of mögen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "mögen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To like or prefer something/someone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich mag Schokolade.I like chocolate.
  2. Sie mag ihren neuen Job.She likes her new job.
  3. Wir mögen es, am Wochenende zu wandern.We like to hike on weekends.

2.) "To express a possibility or assumption"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er mag schon zu Hause sein.He may already be home.
  2. Es mag regnen.It might rain.
  3. Sie mag das Buch schon gelesen haben.She may have already read the book.

3.) "To have affection or fondness for someone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich mag dich.I like you.
  2. Er mag seinen Freund sehr.He likes his friend very much.
  3. Sie mag ihre Kollegen.She likes her colleagues.

4.) "To be willing or inclined to do something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich mag helfen.I am willing to help.
  2. Sie mag gern neue Dinge lernen.She likes to learn new things.
  3. Er mag es, neue Herausforderungen anzunehmen.He likes to take on new challenges.

5.) "To prefer or choose something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich mag lieber Tee als Kaffee.I prefer tea over coffee.
  2. Sie mag es, früh aufzustehen.She prefers to get up early.
  3. Er mag lieber Filme als Bücher.He prefers movies over books.
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