aus|packen
Translation
to unpack, to unwrap
Examples
Ich muss meinen Koffer auspacken.
I have to unpack my suitcase.
Packst du bitte das Geschenk aus?
Will you please unwrap the present?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to unpack sth. Ich packe das Geschenk aus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: öffnen, auswickeln; Antonyms: einpacken, verpacken
Etymology
From the separable prefix 'aus-' (out) and 'packen' (to pack). Literally 'to pack out'.
Memory Tips
Think of taking things 'out' (aus) of a packed suitcase.