verleihen
Translation
to lend, to loan, to award
Examples
Kannst du mir dein Buch verleihen?
Can you lend me your book?
Dem Autor wurde ein Preis verliehen.
The author was awarded a prize.
Grammar Patterns
((j-m)) ((et4)) to lend sth. to sb. The library lends books to students.
((j-m)) ((et4)) to award sth. to sb. They awarded him the medal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ausleihen (to lend/borrow), vergeben (to award); Antonyms: borgen (to borrow), zurückgeben (to give back)
Etymology
From the prefix `ver-` (often indicating a change of possession) + `leihen` (to lend/borrow).
Memory Tips
Think of `leihen` (to lend), but `verleihen` emphasizes the act of giving out, often in a formal context like an award ceremony.