loben
Translation
to praise, to commend
Examples
Der Lehrer lobt den Schüler.
The teacher praises the student.
Sie wurde für ihre gute Arbeit gelobt.
She was praised for her good work.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((for sth.)) to praise (sb.) (for sth.) The boss praises him for his good work.
((sb.)) to praise (sb.) The teacher praises the student.
Similar Words
Synonyms: preisen, rühmen; Antonyms: tadeln, kritisieren
Etymology
From Old High German 'lobōn'. It might be distantly related to the English word 'love' through shared roots.
Memory Tips
The 'lob' sound is a bit like 'laud'. You laud someone for their achievements, you 'loben' them.