solltest
Translation
should, ought to
Examples
Du solltest mehr Wasser trinken.
You should drink more water.
Solltest du Hilfe brauchen, sag Bescheid.
Should you need help, let me know.
Grammar Patterns
((Infinitiv)) should do sth. You should read the book.
Similar Words
müsstest (would have to), könntest (could)
Etymology
Subjunctive II form of the verb 'sollen' (to be supposed to), 2nd person singular. The '-est' is the 2nd person singular ending.
Memory Tips
Think of giving advice to one person: 'You should...'. The '-st' ending is a clue for 'du' (you, singular).