falten
fold
The German word for fold is 'falten'. It is used as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it can refer to a crease or a bend in something. As a verb, it means to bend or crease something, similar to its English counterpart. For example, 'Kannst du bitte das Papier falten?' means 'Can you please fold the paper?'.
Example sentences using: falten
Ich muss das Papier falten.
I have to fold the paper.
This sentence uses 'falten' to express the act of physically bending something flexible, in this case, paper, usually creating a crease or distinct fold.
Sie kann ihren Regenschirm nicht falten.
She cannot fold her umbrella.
In this example, 'falten' is used in the context of collapsing an object, specifically an umbrella, for easier storage or portability.
Er faltet seine Wäsche bevor er sie in den Schrank legt.
He folds his laundry before he puts it in the closet.
This usage of 'falten' refers to the act of folding clothes or laundry, typically done to prevent wrinkling or to save space.