Verb
aufklären
to clear up, explain (a mystery etc)
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Meanings
Verb
- to clear up, explain (a mystery etc)
- to enlighten; to inform (someone about something) (so they can take the appropriate course of action)
- to reconnoitre, scout
- to teach about the birds and the bees
In a sentence
Die Polizei konnte den Fall nach zwei Wochen aufklären.
The police were able to clear up the case after two weeks.
Forms
infinitive
aufklären
he/she/it
klärt auf
simple past
klärte auf
perfect
hat aufgeklärt