lehren
Translation
to teach, to instruct
Examples
Er lehrt Deutsch an einer Schule.
He teaches German at a school.
Die Erfahrung lehrte ihn Geduld.
Experience taught him patience.
Sie lehrte ihn das Schwimmen.
She taught him how to swim.
Grammar Patterns
((j-m)) ((et4)) to teach sb. sth. The teacher teaches the students grammar.
((j-n)) ((et4)) to teach sb. sth. Experience taught him patience.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unterrichten, beibringen
Etymology
From Old High German 'lēren', meaning 'to make known'. Cognate with the English word 'lore'.
Memory Tips
A 'Lehrer' (teacher) is a person who 'lehrt' (teaches). Remember this direct connection.