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verschicken

B1 verb #3,000 가장 일반적인 11분 분량

verschicken

상위 3,000

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설명 verschicken in your Level:

At the A1 level, learners begin by understanding the basic concept of sending something. While 'schicken' is often the first word learned, 'verschicken' is introduced shortly after in the context of mailing letters or postcards. At this stage, the focus is on simple present tense sentences like 'Ich verschicke einen Brief' (I am sending a letter). Learners are taught that this verb describes a physical action involving the post. The grammar is kept simple, focusing on the accusative object. It is important for A1 students to recognize that the 'v' is pronounced like 'f' and that the verb is used for objects, not people. Simple interactions at a post office counter might use this word. The goal is to build a foundation where the student can express the intent to mail something common.

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At the A2 level, the usage of 'verschicken' expands to include the Perfect tense (Perfekt). Students learn that the past participle is 'verschickt' and that it does not take a 'ge-' prefix. They start using the verb to talk about past actions, such as 'Ich habe gestern ein Paket verschickt' (I sent a package yesterday). The context also broadens to include digital communication, like sending SMS or emails to friends. A2 learners are introduced to the preposition 'an' for the recipient. They also begin to see the word in more varied sentence structures, including questions and simple commands. The distinction between 'verschicken' and 'schicken' starts to become clearer, specifically that 'verschicken' is more focused on the mailing process.

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At the B1 level, 'verschicken' becomes a standard part of the learner's vocabulary for daily and professional life. This is the level where the nuance of 'verschicken' as a systematic or 'away-sending' action is fully grasped. Learners use it in more complex sentences, including subordinate clauses with 'weil', 'dass', and 'wenn'. They also encounter the verb in passive voice constructions, which are common in business contexts (e.g., 'Die Ware wurde verschickt'). B1 students are expected to use the verb correctly in job applications, formal emails, and logistical discussions. They also learn related nouns like 'der Versand' and 'die Verschickung'. The focus is on precision—knowing when 'verschicken' is more appropriate than 'schicken' or 'senden'.

At the B2 level, 'verschicken' is used fluently in professional and academic contexts. Learners understand its role in corporate logistics and mass communication. They can discuss the nuances between 'verschicken', 'versenden', and 'absenden' with ease. B2 students are comfortable using the verb in all tenses, including the Subjunctive II (Konjunktiv II) for hypothetical situations (e.g., 'Wenn ich mehr Zeit hätte, würde ich die Einladungen heute verschicken'). They also recognize the verb in more abstract or metaphorical contexts, although it remains primarily concrete. The emphasis at this level is on stylistic variety and choosing the most professional term for the given situation, often opting for 'versenden' in formal writing while retaining 'verschicken' for standard communication.

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At the C1 level, the learner has a sophisticated command of 'verschicken'. They can use it in high-level business negotiations, literary analyses, or technical discussions. They understand how the prefix 'ver-' changes the meaning of the root verb 'schicken' in a deep, linguistic sense. C1 learners might encounter the word in historical or administrative texts where it refers to the 'dispatching' of documents or even the historical 'Verschickung' (sending away) of groups of people in specific contexts (though this is rare and usually has a very specific historical meaning). They can use the verb to express subtle differences in process and result, and they are aware of its frequency in different dialects or regional variations of German.

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At the C2 level, 'verschicken' is a tool for precise and nuanced expression. The learner can use it in complex legal or logistical frameworks where the exact moment of 'Verschickung' (dispatch) has legal implications. They can appreciate its use in literature to emphasize distance or the finality of sending something away. A C2 speaker can play with the word, using it in puns or creative writing, and possesses an instinctive feel for its register. They are also aware of the most obscure synonyms and can explain the historical development of the verb from its Middle High German roots. At this level, the word is not just a vocabulary item but a part of a deep linguistic network that the speaker navigates effortlessly.

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verschicken 30초 만에

Verschicken is a common German verb meaning 'to send' or 'to mail'.
It is used for physical parcels, letters, and digital messages.
It is a regular verb with the past participle form 'verschickt'.
The prefix 'ver-' is inseparable and implies sending something away.

The German verb verschicken is a versatile and essential term in the German language, primarily used to describe the action of sending, dispatching, or mailing items from one location to another. While it is closely related to the simpler verb schicken, verschicken often carries a nuance of a completed process or the act of sending something away, frequently involving a third-party service like the post office, a courier, or a digital platform. In the modern era, its usage has expanded significantly from physical letters and parcels to include digital communications like emails, text messages, and newsletters. Understanding when to use verschicken versus its synonyms is a hallmark of reaching the B1 level of German proficiency, as it demonstrates an awareness of the 'ver-' prefix, which in this context implies the movement of an object away from the sender to a destination.

Physical Logistics: In the context of physical goods, verschicken is the standard verb for mailing a package or a letter. For example, if you are at the Deutsche Post, you are there to verschicken your holiday gifts to family members abroad. It implies the entire act of preparing, addressing, and handing over the item for delivery.
Digital Communication: When dealing with technology, verschicken is frequently used for mass emails or automated messages. A company might verschicken a weekly newsletter to thousands of subscribers. It suggests a systematic distribution rather than just a personal one-to-one message, though it can be used for both.

Wir müssen die Einladungen für die Hochzeit noch heute verschicken.

The prefix 'ver-' often adds a sense of 'away' or 'off'. Thus, verschicken emphasizes the departure of the object. Once you have verschicken-ed something, it is no longer in your possession; it is in transit. This is particularly relevant in business German, where the dispatch of goods (der Versand) is a critical part of the supply chain. If a customer asks where their order is, you might reply that you have already verschicken-ed it yesterday.

Hast du die E-Mail an alle Mitarbeiter bereits verschickt?

Furthermore, verschicken is often used in the context of marketing and distribution. When a publisher releases a new book, they verschicken review copies to critics. When a government office sends out tax forms, they verschicken them to all households. In these instances, the verb conveys a sense of organized, large-scale distribution that the simple 'schicken' might lack. It is a workhorse verb of the German bureaucracy and logistics sectors, yet remains perfectly natural in casual conversation about sending a simple SMS or a birthday card.

Grammatical Structure: It is a weak verb, meaning its forms are predictable: verschicken (infinitive), verschickte (simple past), hat verschickt (present perfect). It always takes the accusative case for the object being sent (Wen oder was verschicke ich?). If you are sending it *to* someone, that person is usually indicated by the preposition 'an' plus the accusative, or occasionally the dative case if using a different construction.

Ich habe das Paket per Express verschickt, damit es morgen ankommt.

Using verschicken correctly involves understanding its placement in various tenses and its relationship with direct objects. Since it is a non-separable verb (the prefix 'ver-' is never detached), the conjugation remains straightforward throughout all German sentence structures. This section will explore how to integrate this verb into your daily German, from simple present tense statements to more complex subordinate clauses and passive constructions.

Present Tense (Präsens): In the present tense, you simply conjugate the stem 'verschick-'. Example: 'Die Firma verschickt jeden Monat Kataloge.' (The company sends out catalogs every month). This indicates a regular or current action.
Perfect Tense (Perfekt): This is the most common way to talk about something you've already sent. Use the auxiliary verb 'haben'. Example: 'Ich habe die Nachricht gestern verschickt.' (I sent the message yesterday). Note that there is no '-ge-' prefix because 'ver-' is already there.

Sobald ich das Geld erhalte, werde ich die Ware verschicken.

When using modal verbs, verschicken goes to the end of the sentence in its infinitive form. For instance, 'Du musst den Brief heute verschicken.' (You must mail the letter today). This structure is vital for expressing necessity, possibility, or permission. In business environments, you will often hear 'können' or 'sollen' paired with this verb to discuss deadlines and logistics.

Warum hast du das Dokument nicht früher verschickt?

In the passive voice, which is common in formal reports, the focus shifts to the item being sent. 'Die Pakete werden heute verschickt.' (The packages are being sent today). This is useful when the sender is less important than the action itself. Furthermore, you can use the 'zu + infinitive' construction: 'Ich habe noch viele Briefe zu verschicken.' (I still have many letters to send). This highlights a task that needs to be completed.

Imperative (Commands): To tell someone to send something: 'Verschick das Foto bitte!' (Informal singular) or 'Verschicken Sie bitte die Unterlagen!' (Formal). Using the imperative is common in office settings or when coordinating tasks with friends.

Hätte ich das Paket früher verschickt, wäre es pünktlich angekommen.

In the real world, verschicken is a staple of both professional and private life in German-speaking countries. If you spend any time in a German office, live in a German apartment building, or use German social media, you will encounter this word daily. It bridges the gap between the traditional postal world and the modern digital landscape, making it one of the most practical verbs to master.

At the Post Office (Die Post): When you approach the counter at a 'Postfiliale', you might say, 'Ich möchte dieses Paket nach Amerika verschicken.' The clerk will then ask about the contents and the desired shipping method. Here, the word is synonymous with 'dispatching' something through the official mail system.
In the Office (Das Büro): In a corporate setting, verschicken is used for everything from internal memos to external invoices. 'Haben wir die Rechnungen schon verschickt?' is a common question. It also applies to digital assets, like sending a link or a large file via a transfer service.

Ich habe dir gerade den Standort per WhatsApp verschickt.

On social media and messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram—which are incredibly popular in Germany—users often talk about verschicken when sharing photos, voice notes, or locations. 'Ich verschicke das Video gleich in die Gruppe' (I'll send the video to the group in a moment) is a sentence you'll hear among friends. It implies the digital 'dispatch' of media.

Die Einladungen wurden alle gleichzeitig verschickt, um niemanden zu bevorzugen.

Additionally, in the context of job applications, you might hear: 'Ich habe heute fünf Bewerbungen verschickt.' This highlights the effort and the act of getting your documents out to potential employers. Whether it's through an online portal or via traditional mail, verschicken covers the action of submitting your materials.

Media and News: News agencies verschicken press releases. Radio stations might verschicken signals (though 'senden' is more common for broadcasting). The word is deeply embedded in the concept of information flow.

Kannst du mir die Datei bitte noch einmal verschicken? Ich kann sie nicht finden.

Even though verschicken is a regular verb, English speakers often stumble over its nuances compared to 'schicken', 'senden', and 'absenden'. Furthermore, grammatical errors regarding the 'ver-' prefix and the lack of the 'ge-' prefix in the past participle are frequent hurdles for learners.

Confusing 'schicken' and 'verschicken': While often interchangeable, 'schicken' is more general. You can 'schicken' a person to the store, but you cannot 'verschicken' them (unless they are in a box). 'Verschicken' is specifically for items or messages being dispatched away. Using 'verschicken' for people sounds very strange and dehumanizing.
The 'ge-' Mistake: Many learners want to say 'geverschickt'. However, in German, verbs starting with inseparable prefixes like 'ver-', 'be-', 'er-', etc., do NOT take the 'ge-' prefix in the past participle. The correct form is simply verschickt.

Falsch: Ich habe das Paket geverschickt.
Richtig: Ich habe das Paket verschickt.

Another common error is the misuse of prepositions. When sending something *to* a person, use 'an' + Accusative. Using 'zu' is a common mistake influenced by English ('send to'). While 'schicken' can sometimes take a dative object ('Ich schicke dir etwas'), 'verschicken' almost always prefers the 'an' construction when the destination is a person or an address.

Ich verschicke den Brief an meine Oma (nicht: zu meine Oma).

Learners also struggle with the difference between 'verschicken' and 'absenden'. 'Absenden' is usually the final click of a button (like 'Submit' or 'Send' on a form). 'Verschicken' is the broader act of mailing. If you are talking about the technical act of hitting 'send' on an email, 'absenden' or 'versenden' might be more precise, though 'verschicken' is still widely used and understood.

Word Order in Complex Sentences: In sentences with multiple verbs, remember that 'verschicken' will likely be at the end. 'Ich werde es morgen verschicken.' Forgetting to move the infinitive to the end is a classic A2/B1 level mistake.

Hast du vergessen, das Paket zu verschicken?

German is famous for having multiple words for a single English concept, each with a specific nuance. 'To send' is no exception. While verschicken is highly common, knowing its synonyms will help you understand more formal texts and sound more like a native speaker.

Schicken vs. Verschicken: 'Schicken' is the most basic form. It is used for both people and things. 'Verschicken' is specifically for objects and messages, often implying a formal mailing process. You 'schick' a child to bed, but you 'verschicken' a postcard.
Versenden: 'Versenden' is slightly more formal than 'verschicken'. It is the preferred term in business and logistics. 'Der Versand' (the shipping) comes from this verb. If you are writing a formal business email, 'versenden' is often a better choice.
Senden: 'Senden' is used for broadcasting (radio/TV) and is also very common in digital contexts (sending an email). It feels a bit more technical than 'verschicken'.

Wir versenden unsere Waren weltweit. (Formal/Business)

For the actual act of dropping something in a mailbox, Germans also use einwerfen (to throw in) or aufgeben (to post/hand over). If you are at the post office counter, you 'geben ein Paket auf'. If you are at a yellow mailbox on the street, you 'werfen einen Brief ein'.

Bitte vergessen Sie nicht, das Formular nach dem Ausfüllen abzusenden.

In summary, while verschicken is the most common all-purpose verb for sending things away, 'versenden' is your professional alternative, 'schicken' is your casual shorthand, and 'senden' is your digital/technical go-to. Mastering these distinctions will significantly elevate your German vocabulary and help you navigate both social and professional situations with ease.

Comparison Table: - **verschicken**: General/Mailing (letters, parcels, emails). - **schicken**: General/Casual (people, things). - **versenden**: Formal/Business (logistics, large quantities). - **senden**: Technical/Digital (broadcasting, email). - **absenden**: Technical (clicking 'submit').

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The root 'schicken' is also related to the German word 'Geschick' (skill/fate), implying that sending something required a certain 'arrangement' or 'fitting' of circumstances.

발음 가이드

UK /fɛɐ̯ˈʃɪkn̩/

US /fɛrˈʃɪkən/

The stress is on the second syllable: ver-SCHICK-en.

라임이 맞는 단어

erblicken nicken stricken klicken picken rücken (near rhyme) glücken (near rhyme) ticken

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing the 'v' like a 'v' in 'voice'. It should be 'f'.
Adding a 'ge-' in the past participle (geverschickt).
Stressing the first syllable (VER-schicken).
Pronouncing the 'ch' like 'k'. It should be a soft 'sh' sound.
Making the 'i' too long like 'ee'.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize in context.

쓰기 3/5

Remembering to avoid 'ge-' in the past participle is the main challenge.

말하기 3/5

The 'v' as 'f' and 'sch' cluster require practice.

듣기 2/5

Clear pronunciation usually makes it easy to hear.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

schicken der Brief das Paket die Post an

다음에 배울 것

versenden der Versand die Bestätigung erhalten ankommen

고급

die Übermittlung die Zustellung der Frachtbrief die Sendungsverfolgung bevollmächtigen

알아야 할 문법

Inseparable Prefixes

Ver- is inseparable, so 'verschicken' stays together.

Past Participle of Inseparable Verbs

No 'ge-'. It is 'verschickt', not 'geverschickt'.

Accusative Case

Ich verschicke 'den' (masc. acc.) Brief.

Word Order in Subordinate Clauses

...weil ich das Paket 'verschickt habe'.

Preposition 'an' with Accusative

Ich verschicke es 'an dich'.

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수준별 예문

Ich verschicke einen Brief.

I am sending a letter.

Present tense, accusative object 'einen Brief'.

Verschickst du das Foto?

Are you sending the photo?

Question form of verschicken.

Er verschickt eine Postkarte.

He is sending a postcard.

Third person singular conjugation.

Wir verschicken heute Pakete.

We are sending packages today.

Plural present tense.

Verschickt ihr die Einladungen?

Are you (plural) sending the invitations?

Informal plural question.

Sie verschicken viele E-Mails.

They are sending many emails.

Plural form with 'viele'.

Ich verschicke das Geld morgen.

I will send the money tomorrow.

Using present tense for future intent.

Verschickst du die Nachricht jetzt?

Are you sending the message now?

Adverb 'jetzt' indicates immediate action.

Ich habe das Paket gestern verschickt.

I sent the package yesterday.

Perfect tense (Perfekt) with 'haben' and 'verschickt'.

Hast du die E-Mail schon verschickt?

Have you already sent the email?

Question in the perfect tense.

Sie hat die Dokumente per Post verschickt.

She sent the documents by mail.

Using 'per Post' to specify the method.

Wir haben die Geschenke rechtzeitig verschickt.

We sent the gifts on time.

Adverb 'rechtzeitig' (on time).

Er hat mir eine SMS verschickt.

He sent me an SMS.

Dative pronoun 'mir' used with the action.

Habt ihr die Fotos verschickt?

Did you (plural) send the photos?

Perfect tense question.

Ich verschicke die Datei als Anhang.

I am sending the file as an attachment.

Using 'als Anhang' (as an attachment).

Verschick bitte die Rechnung heute!

Please send the invoice today!

Imperative form (informal singular).

Ich muss die Bewerbung noch heute verschicken.

I have to send the application today.

Modal verb 'müssen' with infinitive at the end.

Die Ware wird morgen verschickt.

The goods will be sent tomorrow.

Passive voice (Passiv Präsens).

Kannst du mir die Unterlagen per E-Mail verschicken?

Can you send me the documents via email?

Modal verb 'können' in a polite request.

Ich verschicke den Newsletter an alle Kunden.

I am sending the newsletter to all customers.

Preposition 'an' + Accusative.

Bevor ich gehe, muss ich noch ein Paket verschicken.

Before I leave, I still have to send a package.

Subordinate clause with 'bevor'.

Warum hast du die Einladung nicht verschickt?

Why didn't you send the invitation?

Question word 'warum' in the perfect tense.

Er verschickt regelmäßig Updates an sein Team.

He regularly sends updates to his team.

Adverb 'regelmäßig' (regularly).

Wir haben vergessen, die Bestätigung zu verschicken.

We forgot to send the confirmation.

Infinitiv mit 'zu' construction.

Sollten die Pakete nicht heute verschickt werden?

Shouldn't the packages be sent today?

Passive voice with a modal verb in the subjunctive.

Das Unternehmen verschickt seine Produkte weltweit.

The company sends its products worldwide.

Formal business context.

Nachdem er die E-Mail verschickt hatte, fühlte er sich erleichtert.

After he had sent the email, he felt relieved.

Plusquamperfekt (Past Perfect) in a subordinate clause.

Es ist wichtig, die Informationen zeitnah zu verschicken.

It is important to send the information promptly.

Adjective 'zeitnah' (promptly) with 'zu + infinitive'.

Die Pressemitteilung wurde bereits an alle Medien verschickt.

The press release has already been sent to all media outlets.

Passive voice in the perfect tense.

Ich hätte das Paket früher verschickt, wenn ich Zeit gehabt hätte.

I would have sent the package earlier if I had had time.

Konjunktiv II (Subjunctive II) for hypothetical past.

Verschicken Sie die Dokumente bitte vertraulich.

Please send the documents confidentially.

Formal imperative with an adverb.

Die Fehlerquote beim Verschicken von Rechnungen muss sinken.

The error rate in sending invoices must decrease.

Nominalized verb 'beim Verschicken' (in sending).

Die logistische Herausforderung besteht darin, tausende Pakete gleichzeitig zu verschicken.

The logistical challenge consists of sending thousands of packages simultaneously.

Complex sentence structure with 'darin... zu'.

Es wurde versäumt, die Mahnungen rechtzeitig zu verschicken.

It was neglected to send the reminders on time.

Impersonal passive 'Es wurde versäumt'.

Durch das Verschicken verschlüsselter Daten wird die Sicherheit erhöht.

Security is increased by sending encrypted data.

Gerund-like use of 'Durch das Verschicken'.

Man sollte keine sensiblen Informationen ungeschützt verschicken.

One should not send sensitive information unprotected.

Modal verb 'sollte' with an adjective used as an adverb.

Die Effizienz des Systems zeigt sich beim Verschicken großer Datenmengen.

The system's efficiency is evident when sending large amounts of data.

Nominalization 'beim Verschicken'.

Hätten wir die Proben früher verschickt, lägen die Ergebnisse bereits vor.

Had we sent the samples earlier, the results would already be available.

Conditional sentence without 'wenn'.

Die Behörde verschickt jährlich Millionen von Bescheiden.

The authority sends out millions of notices annually.

Formal administrative context.

Es gilt, die Waren so kostengünstig wie möglich zu verschicken.

The goal is to send the goods as cost-effectively as possible.

Fixed expression 'Es gilt... zu'.

Die philosophische Frage, ob man Gedanken verschicken kann, bleibt unbeantwortet.

The philosophical question of whether one can send thoughts remains unanswered.

Metaphorical use in a complex noun phrase.

In der Ära der Digitalisierung ist das Verschicken physischer Briefe zu einem nostalgischen Akt geworden.

In the era of digitalization, sending physical letters has become a nostalgic act.

Sophisticated vocabulary ('Ära', 'nostalgisch').

Die logistischen Algorithmen optimieren den Zeitpunkt, zu dem die Waren verschickt werden.

The logistical algorithms optimize the time at which the goods are sent.

Relative clause 'zu dem'.

Es ist eine Kunst, die richtigen Worte zur richtigen Zeit zu verschicken.

It is an art to send the right words at the right time.

Abstract metaphorical usage.

Trotz der Bedenken hinsichtlich des Datenschutzes verschicken viele Nutzer weiterhin unverschlüsselte Nachrichten.

Despite concerns regarding data protection, many users continue to send unencrypted messages.

Complex preposition 'hinsichtlich' with genitive.

Die historische Verschickung von Kulturgütern während des Krieges ist ein dunkles Kapitel.

The historical dispatching of cultural assets during the war is a dark chapter.

Historical noun usage 'Verschickung'.

Man darf nicht vergessen, dass das Verschicken von Signalen eine Form der Machtausübung ist.

One must not forget that the sending of signals is a form of exercising power.

Abstract power dynamics context.

Die Geschwindigkeit, mit der Informationen heute verschickt werden, ist atemberaubend.

The speed at which information is sent today is breathtaking.

Relative clause with 'mit der'.

자주 쓰는 조합

ein Paket verschicken

eine E-Mail verschicken

Einladungen verschicken

per Post verschicken

weltweit verschicken

einen Newsletter verschicken

Bewerbungen verschicken

Ware verschicken

Geld verschicken

einen Brief verschicken

자주 쓰는 구문

etwas auf den Weg verschicken

— To get something started on its journey.

Wir haben die Unterlagen auf den Weg verschickt.

digital verschicken

— To send something via electronic means.

Kannst du mir das Dokument digital verschicken?

versehentlich verschicken

— To send something by mistake.

Ich habe die Nachricht versehentlich verschickt.

massenhaft verschicken

— To send something in large quantities (like spam).

Die Firma verschickt massenhaft Werbung.

per Express verschicken

— To send via express delivery.

Wir müssen das Paket per Express verschicken.

an die falsche Adresse verschicken

— To send to the wrong address.

Der Brief wurde an die falsche Adresse verschickt.

Postkarten verschicken

— To send postcards (standard vacation activity).

Aus dem Urlaub verschicken wir viele Postkarten.

einen Standort verschicken

— To send one's location via GPS/messaging.

Verschick mir bitte deinen Standort.

Dokumente verschicken

— To send documents.

Ich muss die Dokumente heute noch verschicken.

Proben verschicken

— To send samples (medical or commercial).

Das Labor verschickt die Proben.

자주 혼동되는 단어

verschicken vs verschenken

Means to give away as a gift. Don't confuse 'sending' with 'giving away'!

verschicken vs versinken

Means to sink. Sounds similar but totally different meaning.

verschicken vs verschicken (historical)

Can refer to historical 'Kinderverschickung', which has a specific context.

관용어 및 표현

"auf die Reise verschicken"

— To send something off on a long journey.

Wir verschicken das Paket heute auf die Reise.

poetic/informal

"in die Wüste verschicken"

— To banish someone (though 'schicken' is more common here).

Er wurde metaphorisch in die Wüste verschickt.

literary

"etwas ins Nirgendwo verschicken"

— To send something to an unknown or wrong place.

Die E-Mail wurde ins Nirgendwo verschickt.

informal

"Daten in die Cloud verschicken"

— To upload data to the cloud.

Die App verschickt alle Daten in die Cloud.

modern/tech

"Grüße verschicken"

— To send greetings (standard phrase).

Wir verschicken herzliche Grüße aus Berlin.

neutral

"Signale verschicken"

— To send out signals (can be metaphorical).

Er verschickt widersprüchliche Signale.

figurative

"Rechnungen verschicken"

— To bill someone (business routine).

Am Monatsende verschicken wir die Rechnungen.

business

"Mahnungen verschicken"

— To send reminders/late notices.

Die Bank verschickt heute die Mahnungen.

formal

"Pakete schnüren und verschicken"

— To prepare and send packages (idiomatic for 'getting ready').

Wir haben alles fertig geschnürt und verschickt.

informal

"Nachrichten in alle Welt verschicken"

— To send news everywhere.

Das Internet erlaubt es uns, Nachrichten in alle Welt zu verschicken.

neutral

혼동하기 쉬운

verschicken vs schicken

Both mean 'to send'.

Schicken is general and can be used for people; verschicken is for items/messages and implies a mailing process.

Ich schicke dich nach Hause vs. Ich verschicke den Brief.

verschicken vs versenden

Both mean 'to send'.

Versenden is more formal and used in business/logistics.

Der Shop versendet die Ware.

verschicken vs senden

Both mean 'to send'.

Senden is technical (TV/Radio) or digital (Email).

Der Sender sendet ein Signal.

verschicken vs absenden

Both mean 'to send'.

Absenden focuses on the moment of clicking 'send' or finishing the act.

Klicken Sie auf 'Absenden'.

verschicken vs aufgeben

Used for sending packages.

Aufgeben is the specific act of handing it over at the post counter.

Ich gebe das Paket bei der Post auf.

문장 패턴

Ich verschicke [Objekt].

Ich verschicke einen Brief.

Ich habe [Objekt] verschickt.

Ich habe das Paket verschickt.

Ich muss [Objekt] verschicken.

Ich muss die E-Mail verschicken.

Ich verschicke [Objekt] an [Person].

Ich verschicke das Geschenk an dich.

[Objekt] wird verschickt.

Die Ware wird heute verschickt.

Nachdem ich [Objekt] verschickt hatte, ...

Nachdem ich den Brief verschickt hatte, wartete ich.

Es gilt, [Objekt] zu verschicken.

Es gilt, die Dokumente sicher zu verschicken.

Das Verschicken von [Nomen] ist ...

Das Verschicken von Signalen ist wichtig.

어휘 가족

명사

der Versand

die Verschickung

der Verschicker

das Verschickte

동사

schicken

versenden

senden

nachschicken

zurückschicken

형용사

verschickbar

verschickt

사용법

frequency

Very high in both spoken and written German.

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Ich habe das Paket geverschickt. → Ich habe das Paket verschickt.
Inseparable prefixes like 'ver-' do not take 'ge-' in the past participle.
Ich verschicke mein Kind zur Schule. → Ich schicke mein Kind zur Schule.
'Verschicken' is only for objects, not people.
Ich verschicke den Brief zu dir. → Ich verschicke den Brief an dich.
Use 'an' + Accusative for the recipient.
Ich verschicke eine E-Mail mit 'senden'. → Ich sende eine E-Mail.
While 'verschicken' is okay, 'senden' is more common for technical digital acts.
Verschickst du das Paket gestern? → Hast du das Paket gestern verschickt?
Use the perfect tense for past actions.

팁

No GE- prefix

Always remember that 'ver-' verbs don't take 'ge-' in the past participle. This is a very common B1 test mistake.

Physical vs Digital

Use 'verschicken' for both physical parcels and digital newsletters to sound natural.

The F-sound

Start the word with a clear 'f' sound. 'Verschicken' sounds like 'Fer-shicken'.

Formal alternative

In a cover letter, use 'versenden' or 'übermitteln' instead of 'verschicken' for a more professional tone.

Business German

In logistics, 'verschicken' refers to the moment the goods leave the warehouse.

Ver = Far

Think of sending something 'Far' away. Ver-Far-schicken.

Don't mail people!

Only use 'verschicken' for objects. For your friend or child, use 'schicken'.

Senden for Tech

Use 'senden' if you are talking about radio waves or technical data transmission.

Postcards

Sending postcards is still a big deal in Germany. Use 'verschicken' when talking about your vacation mail.

Use 'AN'

The most natural preposition for a recipient with 'verschicken' is 'an' + Accusative.

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기억법

Think of 'VER-shipping' (Verschicken). The 'ver-' is like 'far'—you are sending it far away.

시각적 연상

Imagine a yellow German post box (Briefkasten) and a letter flying out of your hand into it. That 'flying away' is the 'ver-' in verschicken.

Word Web

Post Paket E-Mail Absender Empfänger Briefmarke Versand Logistik

챌린지

Try to say 'Ich habe heute drei E-Mails verschickt' five times fast without saying 'geverschickt'!

어원

Derived from the Middle High German 'schicken', which meant 'to arrange' or 'to bring about'. The prefix 'ver-' was added later to indicate movement away or a completed process.

원래 의미: To cause something to go to a destination.

Germanic

문화적 맥락

Be careful with the historical term 'Kinderverschickung', as it can have negative connotations related to the treatment of children in those homes.

In English, we just say 'send' for almost everything. In German, 'verschicken' is more specific about the 'away' and 'mailing' aspect.

Deutsche Post marketing campaigns Online shop checkout buttons Logistics tracking apps

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실제 사용 상황

Online Shopping

Wann wird meine Bestellung verschickt?
Wurde das Paket schon verschickt?
Die Ware ist verschickt.
Versandbestätigung erhalten.

Office Work

Haben Sie die E-Mail verschickt?
Ich verschicke den Bericht.
Die Rechnungen sind verschickt.
Bitte die Datei verschicken.

Personal Life

Ich verschicke eine Postkarte.
Hast du das Geschenk verschickt?
Verschick mir deinen Standort.
Ich verschicke die Fotos später.

Job Applications

Ich habe meine Bewerbung verschickt.
Wann verschicken Sie die Antwort?
Unterlagen verschicken.
Lebenslauf verschickt.

Logistics

Wir verschicken weltweit.
Per Express verschicken.
Die Ladung wurde verschickt.
Sicher verschicken.

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"Hast du das Paket für deine Mutter schon verschickt?"

"Wie oft verschickst du heutzutage noch echte Briefe?"

"Soll ich dir die Fotos per WhatsApp oder E-Mail verschicken?"

"Wann hast du das letzte Mal eine Postkarte verschickt?"

"Hast du die Einladungen für deine Party schon verschickt?"

일기 주제

Schreibe über ein wichtiges Paket, das du einmal verschickt hast.

Warum ist es heute einfacher, Nachrichten zu verschicken als früher?

Was würdest du in einem Überraschungspaket an einen Freund verschicken?

Reflektiere darüber, wie oft du E-Mails im Vergleich zu Briefen verschickst.

Beschreibe den Prozess, wenn du eine Bewerbung für einen Traumjob verschickst.

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

If you use the verb 'schicken', it's 'geschickt'. If you use 'verschicken', it's 'verschickt'. Never say 'geverschickt'.

No, that sounds like you are putting them in a box and mailing them. Use 'schicken' for people.

'Verschicken' is more common in daily life, while 'versenden' is more professional and formal.

Yes, it is very common for emails, especially newsletters or mass mailings.

Use 'an' with the accusative case (e.g., an meine Mutter).

It is a weak verb, so its forms are regular: verschickte, hat verschickt.

'Der Versand' is the noun meaning 'shipping' or 'dispatch', related to 'versenden/verschicken'.

Use 'zurückschicken' or 'retournieren'.

It's better to say 'Ich verschicke es an dich' or simply 'Ich schicke dir etwas'.

Yes, it is standard German and used throughout the DACH region.

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