wirken
to seem, to have an effect
Definition
verbMeanings
- 1.to seem
- 2.to have an effect
Grammar
Grammar that uses this word
- Consecutive and final clauses contrasted (sodass / damit / um … zu)Konsekutiv- und Finalsätze im Kontrast (sodass / damit / um … zu)
- Subjunctive II in fixed polite and literary expressionsKonjunktiv II in festen höflichen und literarischen Wendungen
Examples
Das wirkt .
The medicine takes effect quickly.
Die wirkt den .
The ointment works against the itching.
Sein wirkte sehr .
His smile seemed very friendly.
Der wirkt bei .
The coffee takes effect on me immediately.
Du wirkst ein .
You seem a little tired today.
Die wirkt im .
The color has a warm effect in the living room.
Das wirkt am nächsten .
The remedy only works the next day.
Die wirkt beruhigend auf die Kinder.
The music has a calming effect on the children.
Sie wirkt im neuen sehr .
She looks very elegant in the new dress.
Die Tabletten wirken einer halben .
The tablets only take effect after half an hour.