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lockern
German → American English
American English
loosen
locker, weniger fest oder straff machen; auflockern
Der Masseur lockert meine Schultern.'Lockern' is often used for physical things like soil, muscles, or a grip. For abstract ideas, German also often uses 'entspannen' or 'auflockern' depending on context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "lockern" mean in English?
"Lockern" means "to loosen" or "to make less tight, firm, or compact."
How do you use "lockern" in a sentence?
For example: "Der Gärtner lockert die Erde auf." = "The gardener loosens the soil."
Is "lockern" a separable verb?
Yes, in many contexts it appears as "auf lockern" or in separable constructions like "Die Erde wird aufgelockert."