drauf|stehen
Translation
to be on, to stand on, to be written on
Examples
Was steht auf dem Schild drauf?
What is written on the sign?
Bitte nicht auf den Stuhl draufstehen.
Please do not stand on the chair.
Grammar Patterns
((on sth.)) to be written on sth. His number is written on the note.
Similar Words
daraufstehen, geschrieben sein
Etymology
Composed of 'drauf' (on it) and 'stehen' (to stand). Literally means 'to stand on it'.
Memory Tips
Picture standing 'drauf' (on top of) something, or seeing text 'standing' on a page.