liefern
Translation
to deliver, to supply, to provide
Examples
Der Postbote liefert ein Paket.
The postman is delivering a parcel.
Die Firma liefert Teile an den Hersteller.
The company supplies parts to the manufacturer.
Die Sonne liefert uns Energie.
The sun provides us with energy.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to deliver sth. The postman is delivering a parcel.
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to provide sb. with sth. The sun provides us with energy.
((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to supply sth. to sb. The company supplies parts to the manufacturer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bringen (to bring), zustellen (to deliver mail), versorgen (to supply/provide for)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'liefern', via Old French 'livrer' (to hand over), from Latin 'līberāre' (to set free, hand over).
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English word 'deliver'. Imagine a 'Liefer-van' (delivery van) bringing goods.