German verbs all end in "en"

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'Teach Yourself German Verbs'

'German verbs' -- subject(s): English, German language, Self-instruction, Textbooks for foreign speakers, Verb

In German, there are two verbs typically used for "do". In general and formal situations, "machen" is used. In informal situations, "tun" can also be used.

State verbs typically do not use the -ing form as they describe a state rather than an action. For example, "I love chocolate" uses the base form "love" because it describes a state of being. However, in some cases, state verbs can be used in the -ing form to indicate a temporary situation or ongoing state, such as "I am feeling happy today."