erleben
Translation
experienced (plural), lived through (plural)
Examples
Wir erlebten einen wunderschönen Urlaub.
We experienced a wonderful holiday.
Sie erlebten viele Abenteuer zusammen.
They experienced many adventures together.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) erleben to experience ((sth.)) We experienced a great time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erfuhren (past of erfahren), sahen (past of sehen)
Etymology
Plural simple past (Präteritum) form of 'erleben'. The '-ten' ending is characteristic of weak verbs in the plural simple past.
Memory Tips
Remember the '-ten' ending for the plural simple past of weak verbs, like 'wir machten' (we made) or 'sie sagten' (they said).