belegen

prove

verb buh-LAY-gen Common

Also means

occupy

Usage Note

belegen is a multi-purpose verb: to prove with evidence, to occupy a place (einen Platz belegen), to enrol in a course (einen Kurs belegen), and to top food (ein Brot belegen), hence belegtes Brötchen ('filled roll'). The inseparable be- prefix stays attached. The noun Beleg means 'receipt, proof'.

Examples

"Er kann seine Aussage belegen."

Natural Translation

He can prove his statement.

Literal Translation

He can his statement prove.

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