tagen
Translation
to meet, to be in session, to convene
Examples
Der Ausschuss tagt morgen wieder.
The committee meets again tomorrow.
Das Parlament tagt in Berlin.
The parliament is in session in Berlin.
Es tagt. Wir müssen aufstehen.
It is dawning. We have to get up.
Grammar Patterns
[intransitive] to meet, convene The council convenes once a month.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to convene, to assemble, to hold a session
Etymology
Comes from 'der Tag' (the day). The meaning evolved from 'to become day' to 'to hold a meeting on a specific day'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'tagen' with 'Tag' (day). A meeting is scheduled for a certain day.