markieren
Translation
to mark, to highlight, to tag, to indicate
Examples
Markieren Sie die richtige Antwort.
Mark the correct answer.
Ich habe die wichtigen Stellen im Text markiert.
I have highlighted the important parts in the text.
Der Hund markiert sein Revier.
The dog marks its territory.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to mark (sth.) Please mark the mistakes in the text.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kennzeichnen, anstreichen, hervorheben
Etymology
From French 'marquer', related to the Germanic word 'Marke' (mark, brand). It's an international word.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English 'to mark'. Imagine using a 'marker' pen to 'markieren' something.