auf|wenden
Translation
to spend, to expend, to apply, to dedicate
Examples
Wir müssen viel Zeit dafür aufwenden.
We have to spend a lot of time on it.
Wie viel Geld wurde für das Projekt aufgewendet?
How much money was spent on the project?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to spend (sth.) for (sth.) He spends a lot of money on his hobby.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ausgeben (to spend money), investieren (to invest), verwenden (to use)
Etymology
From 'auf-' (for a purpose) + 'wenden' (to turn). To 'turn' resources towards a specific purpose.
Memory Tips
Think of gathering 'up' ('auf') resources and 'turning' ('wenden') them towards a goal.