beschädigen

Beschädigen is a German verb that translates to "to damage" or "to harm" in English. It describes the act of causing something to be impaired, broken, or otherwise negatively affected. This can apply to physical objects, such as damaging a car or a piece of furniture, as well as to more abstract concepts like damaging a reputation or damaging a relationship.

The verb "beschädigen" is used in a wide variety of contexts. For example, one might say "Der Sturm hat das Dach beschädigt" (The storm damaged the roof), or "Seine Aussagen haben die Verhandlungen beschädigt" (His statements damaged the negotiations). The severity of the damage can vary greatly, from minor cosmetic flaws to complete destruction.

"Beschädigen" is a regular verb in German and conjugates accordingly. Its past participle is "beschädigt". Common collocations include "schwer beschädigen" (to severely damage), "leicht beschädigen" (to lightly damage), and "unwiderruflich beschädigen" (to irreparably damage). The noun form is "Beschädigung," meaning "damage" or "injury." Understanding "beschädigen" is essential for comprehending a broad range of German sentences and expressions related to negative alterations.