Verb

aus|üben

Translation

to exercise, to practice, to exert, to perform

Er übt große Macht aus.

He exercises great power.

Sie übt ihren Beruf mit Leidenschaft aus.

She practices her profession with passion.

Welchen Einfluss übt das auf uns aus?

What influence does that exert on us?

((et4)) ((auf j-n/et4)) to exert (sth.) on (sb./sth.) He exerts pressure on her.

((et4)) to practice (sth.) She practices the profession of a doctor.

praktizieren (to practice), betreiben (to operate), anwenden (to apply)

Composed of the prefix `aus-` (out) and the verb `üben` (to practice, exercise). It literally means 'to exercise out'.

Visualize 'exercising' a skill or power 'outwardly' for others to see.