befinden
Translation
to be located, to be situated, to find oneself
Examples
Das Büro befindet sich im ersten Stock.
The office is located on the second floor.
Wir befinden uns hier in Berlin.
We are here in Berlin.
Grammar Patterns
((oneself)) ((in/at/on+3)) to be located, to be situated The house is located by the lake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to be, to lie, to stand
Etymology
be- (prefix) + finden (to find). Literally 'to find oneself' somewhere.
Memory Tips
Think of 'finding yourself' in a specific location.