Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To actually work in a profession or occupational activity and carry out its associated tasks.
Natural examples
Welchen Beruf möchtest du später ausüben?
Which profession would you like to practice later?
Sie hat den Beruf der Tischlerin viele Jahre ausgeübt.
She worked as a carpenter for many years.
Kannst du diese Tätigkeit auch von zu Hause ausüben?
Can you also do this work from home?
Usage note
The activity takes the accusative: einen Beruf or eine Tätigkeit ausüben. Unlike üben, this means actually doing the work, not training.
Mini-lesson: ausüben
To actually work in a profession or occupational activity and carry out its associated tasks. The activity takes the accusative: einen Beruf or eine Tätigkeit ausüben. Unlike üben, this means actually doing the work, not training.
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