Em 15 segundos
- To double-check or verify a specific fact or situation.
- A separable verb where 'nach' goes to the end.
- Essential for work, chores, and confirming information accurately.
Significado
Think of this as doing a 'double-check' to make sure something is actually true or correct. It’s that moment you go back to the kitchen to see if you really turned off the stove.
Exemplos-chave
3 de 6Checking the stove before leaving
Ich muss kurz nachprüfen, ob der Herd aus ist.
I need to quickly check if the stove is off.
Verifying a bill at a restaurant
Können Sie die Rechnung bitte noch einmal nachprüfen?
Could you please check the bill one more time?
Texting a friend about a meeting time
Ich prüfe den Termin im Kalender nach und sag dir Bescheid.
I'll check the appointment in the calendar and let you know.
Contexto cultural
The 'Vier-Augen-Prinzip' (Four-Eyes Principle) is common in German offices, requiring a second person to 'nachprüfen' important documents. Swiss precision in watchmaking and banking relies heavily on the 'Nachprüfung' of every tiny component. In Austrian schools, a 'Nachprüfung' is a specific term for an exam taken in the autumn to make up for a failed grade from the previous year. The phrase 'Vertrauen ist gut, Kontrolle ist besser' is a cultural mantra that makes 'nachprüfen' a positive, responsible action rather than a sign of distrust.
The 'Ob' Trick
Pair 'nachprüfen' with 'ob' (if/whether) to sound like a natural speaker. 'Ich prüfe nach, ob...' is the most common sentence pattern.
Separable Alert
Always remember to kick the 'nach' to the end of the sentence in the present tense!
Em 15 segundos
- To double-check or verify a specific fact or situation.
- A separable verb where 'nach' goes to the end.
- Essential for work, chores, and confirming information accurately.
What It Means
Nachprüfen is your go-to word for verification. It combines nach (after/following) and prüfen (to check/examine). It implies a second look. You aren't just looking at something for the first time. You are confirming a fact or a result. It’s about seeking certainty.
How To Use It
This is a separable verb. In a normal sentence, the nach flies to the very end. You would say: Ich prüfe das nach. It sounds very active. You are taking responsibility for the truth. You can use it with facts, numbers, or even claims your friends make. It’s very flexible in its sentence structure. Just remember to keep that nach at the finish line.
When To Use It
Use it when accuracy matters. Use it at work when a colleague gives you a report. Use it at home when you think you forgot your keys. It’s perfect for those 'Wait, let me check that' moments. It works great for checking bank statements or exam results. If there is a chance of a mistake, nachprüfen is your best friend.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use it for 'checking out' a cool new car. That would be anschauen. Don't use it for 'checking in' at a hotel. That is einchecken. It’s also not for testing someone's skills in a deep way. That is just prüfen. If you are just glancing at something, this word is too heavy. It implies a bit of effort to find the truth.
Cultural Background
Germans love precision and 'Ordnung'. The idea of nachprüfen fits perfectly into the culture of being thorough. There is a famous saying: 'Vertrauen ist gut, Kontrolle ist besser' (Trust is good, control is better). This verb is the linguistic embodiment of that mindset. It’s not about being suspicious. It’s about being absolutely sure everything is correct. It shows you are reliable.
Common Variations
In casual speech, people often just say checken. But nachprüfen sounds much more professional and grounded. You might also hear überprüfen. That is very similar but feels a bit more like an official inspection. If you want to sound like you really care about the details, stick with nachprüfen. It shows you are doing the extra work.
Notas de uso
The verb is separable, meaning the prefix 'nach' moves to the end in present and simple past tenses. It is neutral in formality and safe for both office and home use.
The 'Ob' Trick
Pair 'nachprüfen' with 'ob' (if/whether) to sound like a natural speaker. 'Ich prüfe nach, ob...' is the most common sentence pattern.
Separable Alert
Always remember to kick the 'nach' to the end of the sentence in the present tense!
Don't be shy
In Germany, asking to 'nachprüfen' a bill or a contract is seen as being smart and careful, not rude.
Exemplos
6Ich muss kurz nachprüfen, ob der Herd aus ist.
I need to quickly check if the stove is off.
A very common everyday use for safety.
Können Sie die Rechnung bitte noch einmal nachprüfen?
Could you please check the bill one more time?
Polite way to suggest there might be an error.
Ich prüfe den Termin im Kalender nach und sag dir Bescheid.
I'll check the appointment in the calendar and let you know.
Shows you are being helpful and reliable.
Bitte prüfen Sie die Zahlen im Bericht nochmals nach.
Please verify the numbers in the report again.
Standard office communication regarding accuracy.
Hast du wirklich nachgeprüft, oder hast du es nur geraten?
Did you actually check it, or did you just guess?
Playful skepticism between friends.
Ich habe Angst, dass ich nicht richtig nachgeprüft habe.
I'm afraid that I didn't check properly.
Expressing worry about a missed detail.
Teste-se
Fill in the correct form of 'nachprüfen' in the present tense.
Ich _______ die {die|f} Adresse im {dem|m} Internet _______.
In a simple present tense sentence, the verb is split: 'prüfe' in second position, 'nach' at the end.
Which sentence is correct in the Perfekt tense?
Has you checked the results?
The Partizip II of 'nachprüfen' is 'nachgeprüft'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ist der {der|m} Termin um 14 Uhr? B: Ich bin nicht sicher. Ich ______ ______.
The speaker is offering to check right now, so present tense is appropriate.
Match the sentence to the situation.
Situation: You are at a restaurant and the bill looks too high.
You verify a bill (Rechnung) when you suspect an error.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Checking Verbs
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosIch _______ die {die|f} Adresse im {dem|m} Internet _______.
In a simple present tense sentence, the verb is split: 'prüfe' in second position, 'nach' at the end.
Has you checked the results?
The Partizip II of 'nachprüfen' is 'nachgeprüft'.
A: Ist der {der|m} Termin um 14 Uhr? B: Ich bin nicht sicher. Ich ______ ______.
The speaker is offering to check right now, so present tense is appropriate.
Situation: You are at a restaurant and the bill looks too high.
You verify a bill (Rechnung) when you suspect an error.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYes, 'nachprüfen' is standard German suitable for work and daily life. 'Checken' is very informal and mostly used by younger people.
Usually no. You check facts or things. If you are checking on a person's well-being, use 'nach jemandem sehen'.
'Nachprüfen' is often a quick double-check of a specific fact. 'Überprüfen' is a more thorough, often official, inspection.
Use the Perfekt: 'Ich habe es nachgeprüft.'
Yes, you usually need to say *what* you are checking, or use an 'ob' clause.
No, that is 'einchecken'.
Yes, but 'verifizieren' or 'reproduzieren' are more common in formal scientific papers.
It is a second-chance exam for students who failed the first one.
It is the 'Ach-Laut' (hard ch), because it follows the vowel 'a'.
No, the 'nach' must go to the very end: 'Ich prüfe die Rechnung nach.'
Frases relacionadas
überprüfen
similarTo check over / audit
kontrollieren
synonymTo control / monitor
verifizieren
specialized formTo verify
checken
informal alternativeTo check
nachschlagen
contrastTo look up
