machen
make
The German word 'machen' is used similarly to the English word 'make'. It is used to express the creation or production of something, or to perform an action. It can also be used in a variety of expressions and idioms, such as 'etwas ausmachen' (to make something out), 'eine Pause machen' (to take a break), or 'etwas kaputt machen' (to break something).
Example sentences using: machen
Wir machen eine Pause.
We are taking a break.
This phrase is often used when wanting to take a rest from an activity, work, studying, etc. 'Machen' in this context is used to mean 'to take' or 'to do'.
Er kann das nicht machen.
He cannot do that.
This statement is used when someone is not capable of doing something. In this context, 'machen' is directly translated as 'do'.
Kann ich ein Foto machen?
Can I take a photo?
This question is usually asked when someone wants to take a photograph. The word 'machen' is used in this context to mean 'take'.