auspacken
auspacken 30秒了解
- Primary meaning: To unpack or unwrap physical items.
- Grammar: Separable verb (aus-packen), uses 'haben' as auxiliary.
- Figurative meaning: To confess, reveal secrets, or 'spill the beans'.
- Common contexts: Travel, gifts, groceries, moving house, and crime investigations.
The German verb auspacken is a fundamental word that every learner encounters early in their journey. At its core, it describes the physical act of removing something from a container, wrapping, or package. Whether you are returning from a long vacation and need to empty your suitcase, or it is your birthday and you are surrounded by wrapped gifts, auspacken is the action you are performing. It is a separable verb, meaning the prefix aus- often migrates to the end of the sentence, which is a key grammatical feature to master.
- Physical Unboxing
- This is the most common usage. It applies to gifts (Geschenke), suitcases (Koffer), bags (Taschen), and moving boxes (Umzugskartons). In the modern digital age, it is also the direct translation for 'unboxing' videos seen on social media platforms.
Nach dem Urlaub muss ich sofort meinen Koffer auspacken.
Beyond the physical, auspacken has a very common figurative meaning. In a conversational or journalistic context, it means 'to spill the beans' or 'to reveal a secret.' If someone has been keeping a secret or if a whistleblower decides to tell the truth about a scandal, Germans say they are 'unpacking' the truth. This transition from a physical removal of a cover to a metaphorical removal of secrecy is a beautiful example of how German logic extends into abstract concepts. You might hear this in crime dramas when a witness finally decides to talk to the police.
- Figurative Revelation
- Used when someone discloses confidential information or confesses. It implies a sense of relief or a strategic decision to stop hiding the truth.
In daily life, you will use this word constantly. From the mundane task of 'unpacking groceries' (Einkäufe auspacken) to the excitement of 'unpacking a new phone' (ein neues Handy auspacken). It is a high-frequency verb because it marks the transition from something being hidden or stored to something being accessible and ready for use. Understanding the nuances of auspacken helps you navigate both domestic chores and complex social narratives where hidden truths come to light.
Der Zeuge hat endlich vor Gericht ausgepackt.
- Technical Logistics
- In shipping and receiving, 'auspacken' is the standard term for depalletizing or removing protective layers from industrial goods.
Finally, consider the emotional weight. Unpacking a suitcase after a wonderful trip can be bittersweet, while unpacking boxes in a new home represents a fresh start. The verb carries these contextual emotions with it. In German culture, where order (Ordnung) is often valued, the act of auspacken is the first step toward establishing order in a new environment or situation. It is not just about the items; it is about the transition of the space.
Mastering auspacken requires an understanding of its identity as a separable prefix verb (trennbares Verb). This is one of the most distinctive features of German grammar. In a simple main clause in the present tense, the prefix aus- detaches from the base verb packen and flies to the very end of the sentence. This creates a 'sentence bracket' (Satzklammer) that keeps the listener waiting for the final piece of information to complete the meaning of the action.
Ich packe meine Sachen aus.
- Present Tense Construction
- Subject + Conjugated Verb (packen) + Object + Prefix (aus). Example: 'Du packst das Geschenk aus.'
When moving into the past tense, specifically the Perfekt (which is used for almost all spoken communication), the prefix and the base verb rejoin, but they are separated by the syllable -ge-. Because auspacken is a regular verb, it uses the auxiliary verb haben. The structure becomes ausgepackt. This is a crucial distinction from non-separable verbs where the 'ge' would come at the beginning.
Wir haben gestern alle Umzugskartons ausgepackt.
For more advanced usage, consider the imperative form. When you want to tell someone to 'unpack!', you say 'Pack aus!' or more formally 'Packen Sie aus!'. If you are using modal verbs (like müssen, können, or wollen), the verb auspacken stays together in its infinitive form at the end of the sentence. This is often easier for English speakers because it mirrors the English word order more closely.
- Modal Verb Usage
- Subject + Modal Verb + Object + auspacken (Infinitive). Example: 'Ich muss meine Tasche auspacken.'
Finally, don't forget the reflexive usage or the usage with 'lassen'. If you say 'Ich lasse meinen Koffer auspacken,' you are saying you are having someone else unpack it for you—a luxury! In summary, while the physical action of auspacken is simple, the grammatical 'dance' of its prefix requires practice to ensure you place the 'aus' in the correct position depending on the tense and sentence structure.
Könntest du bitte die Einkäufe auspacken?
In a German-speaking environment, you will hear auspacken in a variety of vivid and practical settings. One of the most common places is the home, especially during transition periods. After a grocery run to a supermarket like Aldi or Rewe, a family member might shout, 'Wer hilft mir, die Einkäufe auszupacken?' (Who is helping me unpack the groceries?). Here, the word is synonymous with the domestic chore of organizing the pantry.
- Family Traditions
- During 'Bescherung' (the giving of Christmas gifts on Dec 24th), the word 'auspacken' is the star of the evening. Children wait impatiently for the signal to finally 'auspacken' their presents.
Travel is another major context. At a hotel check-in or upon arriving at a vacation rental (Ferienwohnung), the first activity is always Koffer auspacken. Conversely, at security checkpoints in airports (Flughafen), security officers might ask you to 'packen Sie bitte Ihren Laptop aus' (Please unpack/take out your laptop). Note how in this context, it specifically means to remove an item from a bag for inspection.
Bei der Sicherheitskontrolle musste ich alles auspacken.
In the workplace, auspacken is heard when new equipment arrives. If a company orders new computers, the IT department will spend the morning auspackend. However, you might also hear it in a more tense office setting. If there is a suspicion of corporate misconduct, a colleague might whisper, 'Ich glaube, er wird bald gegenüber dem Chef auspacken' (I think he will soon spill the beans to the boss). This colloquial use is very common in office politics and gossip.
Lastly, in the news and media, auspacken is a favorite headline verb for tabloid newspapers like 'Bild'. Whenever a celebrity's ex-partner gives a 'tell-all' interview, the headline will almost certainly include the phrase 'Jetzt packt sie aus!' (Now she's spilling everything!). This reinforces the verb's dual nature: it's as much about revealing the hidden contents of a box as it is about revealing the hidden contents of a person's mind or history.
Die Zeitung schreibt: 'Der Insider packt aus!'
- Social Media
- On YouTube, 'Unboxing' is often translated as 'Auspack-Video', showing that the verb is adapting to modern digital trends.
One of the most frequent errors English speakers make with auspacken is treating it as an inseparable verb. Because 'unpack' in English is a single unit, learners often forget to move the aus- to the end of the sentence. They might say *Ich auspacke das Geschenk*, which sounds very broken to a native ear. The correct form must always be Ich packe das Geschenk aus. This 'sentence bracket' is non-negotiable in standard German.
- The 'Aus' Trap
- Forgetting the prefix at the end. Without 'aus', the verb becomes 'packen' (to pack), which means the exact opposite of what you intended!
Falsch: Ich auspacke den Koffer.
Richtig: Ich packe den Koffer aus.
Another common confusion arises between auspacken and aufmachen. While both involve opening something, aufmachen is more general ('to open') and focuses on the lid or the seal. Auspacken focuses on removing the contents. You aufmachen a door or a window, but you auspacken a parcel. If you say you are 'auspacking' a window, people will look at you very confused! Similarly, entpacken is usually reserved for digital files (unzipping a .zip file), so don't use it for your laundry.
In the past tense, learners often forget the -ge- or place it incorrectly. Remember that for separable verbs, the -ge- is sandwiched between the prefix and the root: aus-ge-packt. Avoid saying *geauspackt* or *ausgepacken*. Consistency in using the participle form with the auxiliary 'haben' is key to sounding natural. Also, be careful with the preposition 'aus'. You unpack things aus a bag (Ich packe das Buch aus der Tasche aus). The double 'aus' can feel redundant to English speakers, but it is grammatically necessary.
- Preposition Overlap
- Using 'von' instead of 'aus' when saying where you are unpacking from. Always use 'aus' for containers.
Finally, watch out for the figurative usage. While 'auspacken' means 'to spill the beans', it is somewhat informal. In a very formal legal document, you might use 'aussagen' (to testify). Using 'auspacken' in a high-court setting might sound a bit too much like a detective novel. However, in daily conversation and journalism, it is perfectly acceptable. Just ensure you aren't using it for every type of revelation—only those that feel like a 'hidden' truth is being brought out into the open.
To truly enrich your German vocabulary, it's helpful to see how auspacken compares to its neighbors. The most direct synonym for the physical act is auswickeln. While auspacken is general, auswickeln specifically implies that something is wrapped in paper, foil, or cloth. You auswickeln a piece of candy or a bandage. If the object is wrapped tightly, auswickeln is the more precise choice.
- auswickeln vs. auspacken
- Use 'auswickeln' for things wrapped in layers (like a mummy or a candy). Use 'auspacken' for things in boxes or bags.
Das Kind wickelt das Bonbon aus.
Another alternative is entpacken. As mentioned previously, this is almost exclusively used in the world of computing. You wouldn't 'entpacken' your suitcase unless you were a robot! However, if you are talking about ZIP files or software packages, entpacken is the technical term you need. Then there is leeren (to empty). If your focus is on making the container empty rather than looking at the items inside, leeren is better. 'Ich leere den Koffer' focuses on the suitcase becoming empty; 'Ich packe den Koffer aus' focuses on the items coming out.
- entpacken
- Digital context: Unzipping files. Example: 'Die Datei muss zuerst entpackt werden.'
- leeren
- Focus on the container. Example: 'Bitte leere den Mülleimer.'
When it comes to the figurative meaning (revealing secrets), alternatives include gestehen (to confess) and offenbaren (to reveal/manifest). Gestehen is used for crimes or feelings ('Ich gestehe meine Liebe'). Offenbaren is more poetic or religious ('Gott offenbart sich'). Auspacken remains the most colloquial and 'gritty' way to describe someone telling the whole truth after a period of silence. It suggests that there was a 'package' of secrets that has finally been opened.
Lastly, consider herausholen (to take out). This is a very simple, literal alternative. If you just want to say you are taking a book out of your bag, 'Ich hole das Buch heraus' is often more natural than 'Ich packe das Buch aus,' unless the book was specifically wrapped as a gift. Understanding these subtle boundaries between 'taking out,' 'unwrapping,' and 'unpacking' will make your German sound much more sophisticated and precise.
How Formal Is It?
趣味小知识
The word 'packen' is also related to the English 'pack'. The figurative use of 'auspacken' as 'to confess' became popular in the 19th and 20th centuries, mirroring the idea of opening a hidden bundle of information.
发音指南
- Pronouncing 'aus' like 'os'.
- Missing the 'n' at the end (saying 'auspack').
- Putting the stress on the second syllable.
- Softening the 'p' to a 'b' sound.
- Not separating the prefix in speech.
难度评级
Easy to recognize, but figurative meanings in news can be tricky.
Requires correct placement of the separable prefix.
Separating the verb in real-time conversation takes practice.
Clear pronunciation, but the 'aus' at the end is vital for meaning.
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需要掌握的语法
Separable Verbs
Ich **packe** das Geschenk **aus**.
Perfekt Tense with Separable Verbs
Ich habe das Geschenk **ausgepackt**.
Infinitive with 'zu'
Es ist Zeit, die Koffer **auszupacken**.
Modal Verbs
Du musst die Tasche **auspacken**.
Subordinate Clauses
... weil ich das Paket **auspacke**.
按水平分级的例句
Ich packe das Geschenk aus.
I am unpacking the gift.
Present tense, separable verb: 'aus' goes to the end.
Packst du deinen Koffer aus?
Are you unpacking your suitcase?
Question form: Verb (packst) comes first, prefix (aus) stays at the end.
Er packt die Tasche aus.
He is unpacking the bag.
Third person singular conjugation.
Wir packen die Pizza aus.
We are unpacking the pizza.
Plural 'wir' form.
Sie packt das Buch aus.
She is unpacking the book.
Direct object 'das Buch' in accusative.
Können Sie das Paket auspacken?
Can you (formal) unpack the parcel?
Modal verb 'können' keeps 'auspacken' together at the end.
Ich möchte mein Spielzeug auspacken.
I want to unpack my toy.
Modal verb 'möchte' (would like).
Pack bitte das Handy aus!
Please unpack the phone!
Imperative (command) form.
Ich habe gestern alle Geschenke ausgepackt.
I unpacked all the gifts yesterday.
Perfekt tense: 'ausgepackt'.
Wir müssen die Einkäufe auspacken.
We have to unpack the groceries.
Modal verb 'müssen'.
Hast du den Koffer schon ausgepackt?
Have you already unpacked the suitcase?
Perfekt tense question.
Sie packte die Kleidung langsam aus.
She unpacked the clothes slowly.
Präteritum (narrative past tense).
Könnt ihr bitte die Kartons auspacken?
Can you (plural) please unpack the boxes?
Modal verb 'können' with plural 'ihr'.
Ich helfe dir beim Auspacken.
I'll help you with the unpacking.
Noun form 'das Auspacken' (nominalization).
Nach der Reise packen wir alles aus.
After the trip, we unpack everything.
Time phrase 'Nach der Reise' starts the sentence.
Er wollte das neue Werkzeug sofort auspacken.
He wanted to unpack the new tool immediately.
Modal verb in past tense 'wollte'.
Der Zeuge packte endlich vor der Polizei aus.
The witness finally spilled the beans to the police.
Figurative use: revealing secrets.
Es ist wichtig, die Ware vorsichtig auszupacken.
It is important to unpack the goods carefully.
'zu' infinitive: 'auszupacken'.
Weil ich noch auspacken muss, kann ich nicht kommen.
Because I still have to unpack, I cannot come.
Subordinate clause with 'weil'.
Sie hat die ganze Wahrheit über den Vorfall ausgepackt.
She revealed the whole truth about the incident.
Figurative Perfekt tense.
Bevor wir essen, müssen wir die Picknicktasche auspacken.
Before we eat, we must unpack the picnic bag.
Conjunction 'bevor' with modal verb.
Ich freue mich darauf, die neuen Möbel auszupacken.
I am looking forward to unpacking the new furniture.
Prepositional object 'darauf' with 'zu' infinitive.
Er packte seine alten Schulsachen aus dem Keller aus.
He unpacked his old school things from the cellar.
Preposition 'aus' used with the verb 'auspacken'.
Wenn du jetzt auspackst, verzeihe ich dir.
If you confess now, I will forgive you.
Conditional 'wenn' clause, figurative.
Der Whistleblower hat brisante Details über die Firma ausgepackt.
The whistleblower revealed explosive details about the company.
Advanced vocabulary 'brisant' (explosive/volatile).
Nachdem die Waren ausgepackt worden waren, wurden sie kontrolliert.
After the goods had been unpacked, they were checked.
Passive voice in past perfect (Plusquamperfekt Passiv).
Er neigt dazu, bei Stress sofort über seine Probleme auszupacken.
He tends to immediately spill everything about his problems when stressed.
Phrase 'neigen zu' (to tend to).
Das Auspacken der Geschenke dauerte stundenlang.
The unpacking of the gifts lasted for hours.
Nominalized verb as the subject.
Man sollte die Elektronik erst bei Zimmertemperatur auspacken.
One should only unpack the electronics at room temperature.
Instruction with 'man' and 'sollte'.
Die Presse hofft, dass der Minister endlich auspackt.
The press hopes that the minister finally spills the beans.
Subordinate clause with 'dass'.
Wir haben die Dekoration für das Fest ausgepackt.
We unpacked the decorations for the festival.
Specific context: festive preparations.
Könnten Sie bitte die Instrumente vorsichtig auspacken?
Could you please unpack the instruments carefully?
Polite request with Konjunktiv II (könnten).
In seiner Autobiografie packt der Ex-Präsident über seine Amtszeit aus.
In his autobiography, the ex-president reveals all about his time in office.
Context of literature and public life.
Es gilt, die komplexen Ursachen der Krise erst einmal auszupacken.
It is necessary to first unpack the complex causes of the crisis.
Highly abstract/metaphorical use.
Hätte er früher ausgepackt, wäre der Schaden geringer gewesen.
Had he confessed earlier, the damage would have been less.
Irrealis/Counterfactual conditional (Konjunktiv II).
Das ungeduldige Auspacken führte zu einer Beschädigung der Ware.
The impatient unpacking led to damage of the goods.
Complex nominal phrase.
Sie packte ihre tiefsten Ängste und Sorgen vor ihm aus.
She laid out her deepest fears and worries before him.
Emotional figurative use.
Der Journalist weigerte sich, seine Quellen auszupacken.
The journalist refused to reveal his sources.
Note: Here 'auspacken' is used for information/sources.
Beim Auspacken der antiken Statuen war höchste Präzision gefragt.
Highest precision was required when unpacking the antique statues.
Professional/Scientific context.
Er hat endlich über die Hintergründe des Deals ausgepackt.
He finally revealed the background details of the deal.
Business context.
Die Dokumentation lässt Insider auspacken, die bisher geschwiegen haben.
The documentary lets insiders speak out who have remained silent until now.
Causative construction 'lassen' + infinitive.
In der literarischen Analyse müssen wir die Metaphorik des Textes auspacken.
In the literary analysis, we must unpack the imagery of the text.
Academic/Metaphorical use.
Sollte der Angeklagte auspacken, droht seinen Komplizen eine lange Haftstrafe.
Should the accused confess, his accomplices face a long prison sentence.
Inverted conditional clause (Sollte...).
Das akribische Auspacken der archäologischen Funde erforderte Monate.
The meticulous unpacking of the archaeological finds required months.
High-level vocabulary 'akribisch' (meticulous).
Man darf gespannt sein, wer als Nächstes über die Skandale auspackt.
One can be curious about who will reveal the scandals next.
Idiomatic 'Man darf gespannt sein'.
Er packte seine Argumente eines nach dem anderen präzise aus.
He laid out his arguments one by one with precision.
Rhetorical use.
Trotz der Geheimhaltungsvereinbarung packte der Ingenieur schließlich aus.
Despite the non-disclosure agreement, the engineer finally spoke out.
Concessive 'Trotz' with Genitive.
Das Auspacken der Wahrheit kann oft schmerzhafter sein als die Lüge.
Unpacking the truth can often be more painful than the lie.
Philosophical abstraction.
常见搭配
常用短语
— Now tell me the truth! A demand for a secret.
Ich weiß, dass du was weißt. Jetzt pack mal aus!
— Have you unpacked yet? Common travel question.
Bist du fertig im Hotel? Hast du schon ausgepackt?
— Everything must come out of the suitcase. Emphasizing the task.
Es ist so viel Kleidung, alles muss raus aus dem Koffer.
— He snitched/testified against him.
Im Prozess hat der Zeuge gegen den Chef ausgepackt.
— The parcel is there to be unpacked.
Warte nicht, das Paket ist zum Auspacken da!
— She is sharing/venting her worries.
Abends packt sie oft ihre Sorgen bei mir aus.
— Finally unpacked! An exclamation of relief.
Nach drei Stunden: Endlich ausgepackt!
容易混淆的词
Opposite meaning (to pack). Don't confuse the two!
To open. Use 'aufmachen' for doors/windows, 'auspacken' for contents of a box.
To unzip/extract digital files. Don't use for physical luggage.
习语与表达
— To reveal incriminating or secret information about someone/something.
Der ehemalige Mitarbeiter hat über die illegalen Praktiken ausgepackt.
colloquial— To confess or give evidence to the police.
Nach langem Verhör hat er endlich ausgepackt.
neutral— To tell the whole truth after hiding it.
Es ist Zeit, die Wahrheit auszupacken.
neutral— To unpack one's few belongings (implies a simple lifestyle or small amount of stuff).
Er zog ein und packte seine sieben Sachen aus.
informal— To snitch on one's accomplices.
Er hofft auf eine mildere Strafe, wenn er gegen die Komplizen auspackt.
colloquial— To tell the entire story from beginning to end.
Komm, setz dich und pack die ganze Geschichte aus.
informal— To reveal everything without holding back anything painful or embarrassing.
In seinem Buch packt er schonungslos über seine Kindheit aus.
literary/journalistic— To finally reveal a secret that has been kept for a long time.
Nach zehn Jahren hat sie endlich ausgepackt.
neutral— To confess or reveal something while being filmed.
Der Star packte vor laufender Kamera über seine Sucht aus.
journalistic— A play on words suggesting one must either reveal the truth or leave/give up (rare).
Du musst jetzt auspacken, sonst kannst du gleich wieder einpacken.
slang容易混淆
Similar prefix structure.
'Abpacken' means to portion out goods into smaller packages (industrial).
Die Maschine packt den Zucker ab.
Related to packing.
'Umpacken' means to move things from one package to another.
Ich muss meine Sachen in einen kleineren Koffer umpacken.
Similar meaning.
'Auswickeln' is specifically for things wrapped in paper or cloth layers.
Sie wickelt das Baby aus der Decke aus.
Common packing verb.
'Verpacken' is the act of putting something into a package (often for shipping).
Wir verpacken die Ware für den Versand.
Similar sound.
'Zupacken' means to seize something or help out with hard work.
Er kann ordentlich zupacken.
句型
Ich packe [Objekt] aus.
Ich packe den Koffer aus.
Ich habe [Objekt] ausgepackt.
Ich habe das Paket ausgepackt.
Ich muss [Objekt] auspacken.
Ich muss die Einkäufe auspacken.
Er packte über [Thema] aus.
Er packte über den Skandal aus.
Beim Auspacken von [Dativ]...
Beim Auspacken von Gläsern muss man vorsichtig sein.
Hätte ich [Objekt] doch nur ausgepackt!
Hätte ich das Geschenk doch nur früher ausgepackt!
Es gilt, [Abstrakte Idee] auszupacken.
Es gilt, die wahren Motive auszupacken.
Das [Adjektiv] Auspacken [Verb]...
Das akribische Auspacken der Geschichte dauerte Jahre.
词族
名词
动词
形容词
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如何使用
Very high in daily speech, high in journalism.
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Ich auspacke das Geschenk.
→
Ich packe das Geschenk aus.
Separable verbs must be split in main clauses. The prefix 'aus' goes to the end.
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Ich habe das Geschenk geauspackt.
→
Ich habe das Geschenk ausgepackt.
In the past participle of separable verbs, 'ge' goes between the prefix and the root.
-
Ich packe das Fenster aus.
→
Ich mache das Fenster auf.
'Auspacken' is for containers/wrapping. For windows/doors, use 'aufmachen' (to open).
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Ich entpacke meinen Koffer.
→
Ich packe meinen Koffer aus.
'Entpacken' is for digital files. For luggage, use 'auspacken'.
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Er hat über sein Geheimnis ausgepacken.
→
Er hat über sein Geheimnis ausgepackt.
The past participle ends in '-t' for this regular verb, not '-en'.
小贴士
Separable Verb Rule
Remember the 'Satzklammer' (sentence bracket). The 'aus' is the final word in a standard sentence. Don't let anything slip past it!
Gifts and Suitcases
These are your two 'anchor' contexts. If you think of 'auspacken', think of birthdays and hotels.
Stress the Prefix
In German separable verbs, the stress is almost always on the prefix. Say **AUS**-packen, not aus-**PACK**-en.
Spilling the Beans
Use 'auspacken' when someone reveals a secret that was 'contained' inside them. It's very expressive!
Perfekt Tense
Always 'aus-ge-packt'. The 'ge' is like a bridge between the prefix and the verb.
Christmas Eve
In Germany, the 'Auspacken' happens on the 24th of December. Use this word when discussing German holiday traditions.
Listen for the End
German listeners wait for the end of the sentence to know if someone is packing (packen) or unpacking (auspacken). Train your ear for that final 'aus'.
Opposites Attract
Learn 'einpacken' and 'auspacken' together as a pair. It makes them much easier to remember.
Crime Context
If you watch 'Tatort' (famous German crime show), you will hear suspects being told 'Pack endlich aus!'.
Digital vs. Physical
Avoid using 'auspacken' for ZIP files. Use 'entpacken'. It makes you sound more like a native speaker.
记住它
记忆技巧
Think of an 'AUSSie' (Australian) 'PACK'ing his bag. When he arrives, he has to 'AUS-PACK' it. (AUS = OUT, PACKEN = PACK). Out-Pack!
视觉联想
Imagine a giant wooden crate with a huge 'AUS' written on the side. As you pry it open, items fly 'OUT'.
Word Web
挑战
Try to say 'Ich packe meine sieben Sachen aus' five times fast without forgetting the 'aus' at the end.
词源
Derived from the Middle High German 'packen' (to pack/seize), which likely has roots in the Flemish or Dutch 'pakken'. The prefix 'aus-' (out) was added to denote the reversal of the packing action.
原始含义: To take out of a bundle or bale of goods.
Germanic文化背景
No specific sensitivities, but 'auspacken' in a criminal context implies snitching, which has various social connotations.
In English, we say 'unpack' or 'unwrap'. We also say 'spill the beans' or 'come clean', which matches the figurative German use.
在生活中练习
真实语境
At Home
- Einkäufe auspacken
- Die Tasche auspacken
- Hilf mir beim Auspacken
- Wo soll ich das auspacken?
Travel
- Den Koffer im Hotel auspacken
- Sachen aus dem Rucksack auspacken
- Ich habe noch nicht ausgepackt
- Muss ich die Flüssigkeiten auspacken?
Birthday/Christmas
- Geschenke auspacken
- Darf ich es jetzt auspacken?
- Vorsichtig auspacken
- Viel Spaß beim Auspacken!
Crime/Police
- Vor der Polizei auspacken
- Die ganze Wahrheit auspacken
- Er hat gegen seine Freunde ausgepackt
- Wirst du endlich auspacken?
Moving House
- Umzugskartons auspacken
- Wir packen heute die Küche aus
- Viel Arbeit beim Auspacken
- Die Kisten sind noch nicht ausgepackt
对话开场白
"Hast du nach deinem Urlaub schon alle Koffer ausgepackt?"
"Was war das schönste Geschenk, das du jemals ausgepackt hast?"
"Magst du es, nach einem Umzug Kartons auszupacken, oder hasst du es?"
"Glaubst du, dass der Politiker in seinem neuen Buch wirklich auspackt?"
"Wie lange brauchst du normalerweise, um deine Einkäufe auszupacken?"
日记主题
Beschreibe das Gefühl, wenn du nach einer langen Reise endlich deinen Koffer auspackst.
Schreibe über eine Situation, in der jemand die Wahrheit ausgepackt hat. War es gut oder schlecht?
Was würdest du tun, wenn du ein Paket ohne Absender erhältst? Würdest du es sofort auspacken?
Erzähle von einem Umzug: Was war das schwierigste Teil beim Auspacken?
Ist 'Auspacken' (Unboxing) für dich eine Therapie oder einfach nur Arbeit?
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, in all standard uses, 'auspacken' is a separable verb. In a main clause in the present tense, 'aus' always moves to the end. For example: 'Ich packe das Paket aus.' Even in the figurative sense, it remains separable.
Use 'entpacken' specifically for computer files, like unzipping a .zip or .rar file. For everything physical like suitcases, boxes, or gifts, 'auspacken' is the correct choice.
No, that is a common mistake. For doors, windows, or eyes, you use 'aufmachen' or 'öffnen'. 'Auspacken' requires that something is taken 'out' of a container or wrapping.
The past participle is 'ausgepackt'. It is used with the auxiliary verb 'haben'. Example: 'Ich habe den Koffer ausgepackt.' This follows the pattern for regular separable verbs.
It is neutral to informal. You will see it in newspapers and hear it in conversation, but in a strictly legal or academic context, words like 'aussagen' (to testify) or 'offenbaren' (to reveal) are more appropriate.
The most common term is 'das Auspacken' or simply 'Unboxing' (as an anglicism). You might also hear 'Auspack-Video' for unboxing videos on YouTube.
Yes, especially in the figurative sense. 'Er hat endlich ausgepackt' (He finally spilled the beans). In the physical sense, an object is usually implied or stated.
'Auspacken' is for containers like boxes and bags. 'Auswickeln' is for things wrapped in layers, like a candy bar in foil or a present in paper. Often they are interchangeable for gifts.
It always takes 'haben' because it is a transitive verb (it takes a direct object). Example: 'Ich habe das Geschenk ausgepackt.'
For 'du', it is 'Pack aus!'. For 'ihr', it is 'Packt aus!'. For the formal 'Sie', it is 'Packen Sie aus!'. Always keep the 'aus' at the end.
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Write a sentence in German: 'I am unpacking the suitcase.'
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Write a sentence in the past tense: 'He unpacked the gifts.'
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Use a modal verb: 'We have to unpack the groceries.'
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Ask a question: 'Did you already unpack?'
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Give a command: 'Unpack the parcel!' (du form)
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Use 'auspacken' figuratively: 'The witness spilled the beans.'
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Write a sentence with 'weil': 'I am tired because I unpacked all day.'
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Describe a Christmas scene using 'auspacken'.
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Use the noun form 'Das Auspacken' in a sentence.
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Write a formal request: 'Could you please unpack the instruments?'
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Translate: 'I am looking forward to unpacking my new phone.'
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Use 'auspacken' in the Präteritum: 'She unpacked the clothes.'
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Translate: 'The truth was finally revealed (unpacked).'
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Create a sentence with 'vorsichtig' and 'auspacken'.
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Translate: 'Who helps me with the unpacking?'
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Translate: 'I have to unpack my bag first.'
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Write a sentence about moving: 'We are unpacking the boxes.'
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Translate: 'Now she is spilling everything about her ex.'
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Translate: 'Unpacking is work.'
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Use 'auspacken' in a conditional sentence (if... then...).
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Describe what you do after returning from a trip using 'auspacken'.
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Tell a friend to open their birthday present.
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Say you already unpacked your groceries.
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Ask someone for help with moving boxes.
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Roleplay: You are at airport security. The officer asks you to take out your laptop.
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Explain the figurative meaning of 'auspacken' in your own words.
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Say you need to unpack because your room is a mess.
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Express excitement about a new delivery.
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Tell someone to 'spill the beans' about a secret.
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Describe a time you had to unpack something very fragile.
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Say: 'I didn't want to reveal the truth yet.'
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Discuss if unboxing videos are popular in your country.
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Translate and say: 'Unpacking is faster than packing.'
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Say: 'He snitched on his colleagues.'
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Say: 'I am tired of unpacking.'
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Say: 'Wait until everyone is here before you unwrap.'
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Ask: 'Where should I unpack my things?'
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Say: 'I forgot to unpack the milk.'
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Roleplay: Tell a story about a mysterious package you unpacked.
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Say: 'The whistleblower revealed explosive details.'
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Listen and identify: 'Ich packe das Paket aus.' What is being unpacked?
Listen: 'Hast du schon ausgepackt?' What is the tense?
Listen: 'Pack bitte aus!' Is this a question or a command?
Listen: 'Er packt über den Skandal aus.' Is this literal or figurative?
Listen for the prefix: 'Ich packe meine Sachen ...' What is the last word?
Identify the verb: 'Wir müssen heute noch alle Kartons auspacken.'
Listen for stress: 'AUSpacken'. Which syllable is louder?
Listen: 'Ich helfe dir beim Auspacken.' What part of speech is 'Auspacken' here?
Listen: 'Sie hat alles ausgepackt.' Does this mean she finished or she started?
Listen: 'Packen Sie bitte den Laptop aus.' Where might you hear this?
Listen: 'Er wollte nicht auspacken.' Does he want to talk?
Listen: 'Morgen wird ausgepackt!' What is the focus of the sentence?
Listen: 'Das Geschenk ist bereits ausgepackt.' Is the gift open?
Listen: 'Wann packst du aus?' What is the person asking?
Listen for the 'ge': 'ausgepackt'. Where is it?
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Summary
The verb 'auspacken' is a versatile German word used for both literal unpacking (like a suitcase) and metaphorical revealing (like a secret). Remember its separable nature: 'Ich packe aus.'
- Primary meaning: To unpack or unwrap physical items.
- Grammar: Separable verb (aus-packen), uses 'haben' as auxiliary.
- Figurative meaning: To confess, reveal secrets, or 'spill the beans'.
- Common contexts: Travel, gifts, groceries, moving house, and crime investigations.
Separable Verb Rule
Remember the 'Satzklammer' (sentence bracket). The 'aus' is the final word in a standard sentence. Don't let anything slip past it!
Gifts and Suitcases
These are your two 'anchor' contexts. If you think of 'auspacken', think of birthdays and hotels.
Stress the Prefix
In German separable verbs, the stress is almost always on the prefix. Say **AUS**-packen, not aus-**PACK**-en.
Spilling the Beans
Use 'auspacken' when someone reveals a secret that was 'contained' inside them. It's very expressive!
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