verpaaren
Translation
to mate, to pair
Examples
Der Züchter will die Hunde verpaaren.
The breeder wants to mate the dogs.
Die Tauben verpaaren sich im Frühling.
The pigeons mate in spring.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) verpaaren to mate (sb./sth.) The breeder mates the best animals.
sich verpaaren to mate The birds are mating.
Similar Words
Synonyms: paaren, kreuzen
Etymology
From 'ver-' (a prefix indicating an action) and 'Paar' (pair). Literally 'to make into a pair'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'ver-PAAR-en' as the action of making a 'Paar' (pair). It's most commonly used in a biological or breeding context.