machen
Translation
to do, to make
Examples
Ich mache meine Hausaufgaben.
I am doing my homework.
Sie macht einen leckeren Kuchen.
She is making a delicious cake.
Das Geräusch macht mich nervös.
The noise is making me nervous.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to do/make sth. I'm doing my homework.
to make ((sb.)) ((adj.)) That makes me sad.
to make ((sb.)) ((sth.)) I'll make you a coffee.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tun (to do), erstellen (to create), herstellen (to produce)
Etymology
From Old High German 'mahhōn', cognate with the English word 'make'.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to 'make'. Think 'I make' -> 'Ich mache'.