gestalten
Translation
designed, shaped, created, formed
Examples
Er gestaltete die Ausstellung sehr kreativ.
He designed the exhibition very creatively.
Ich gestaltete mein Zimmer nach meinem Geschmack.
I designed my room according to my taste.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to design/shape sth. Sie kann schöne Gärten gestalten.
Similar Words
Synonyms: formen (to form), entwerfen (to draft), designen (to design)
Etymology
Comes from the noun 'Gestalt' (shape, form). The verb means to give something a shape or form.
Memory Tips
To 'gestalten' is to create a 'Gestalt' (form). Imagine shaping clay.