gründen
Translation
to found, to establish, to base
Examples
Er gründet eine neue Firma.
He is founding a new company.
Ihre Meinung gründet auf Fakten.
Her opinion is based on facts.
Ihr gründet einen neuen Verein.
You (pl.) are founding a new club.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to found/establish (sth.) He is founding a new company.
((sth.)) ((on sth.)) to base (sth.) on (sth.) Her opinion is based on facts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to establish, to set up; Antonyms: to dissolve
Etymology
Derived from 'Grund' (ground, foundation), meaning 'to lay the foundation'.
Memory Tips
Think of laying the 'ground' work for a new company or idea.