Tauschen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Tauschen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to exchange", "to swap" or "to trade".

Essential properties of "tauschen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: tauschen
  • Simple past: tauschte
  • Participle: getauscht

See full conjugation of tauschen

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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 "tauschen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To exchange objects or services"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir können die Bücher tauschen.We can swap the books.
  2. Möchtest du deine Karte mit mir tauschen?Would you like to trade your card with me?
  3. Sie tauschen Geschenke zu Weihnachten.They exchange gifts at Christmas.

2.) "To replace something with a similar item"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich muss die Glühbirne tauschen.I need to change the light bulb.
  2. Er hat die alten Reifen getauscht.He replaced the old tires.
  3. Kannst du die Batterien tauschen?Can you change the batteries?
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