herrschen
Translation
to rule, to reign, to prevail, to exist
Examples
Der König herrscht über das Land.
The king rules over the country.
Hier herrscht eine angenehme Ruhe.
A pleasant calm prevails here.
Es herrscht Einigkeit über den Plan.
There is agreement on the plan.
Grammar Patterns
((über+4)) to rule over sth./sb. The king rules over the country.
((impersonal)) there is/prevails (a condition) A good atmosphere prevails.
Similar Words
regieren (to govern), dominieren (to dominate); Antonyms: dienen (to serve)
Etymology
Derived from 'Herr' (lord, master).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Herr' (lord) who 'herrscht' (rules) over his domain.