verb
to practise, to train
A2
'üben' chiefly means 'to practise' or 'to train' (repetition to improve skills). It is a regular weak verb using haben (Perfekt: geübt). Non‑reflexive and inseparable; no special preposition. Imperative: Übe!/Übt!/Üben!. Commonly used for practising skills (music, language, sport) and rehearsing tasks.
Examples
Sie üben die Szene für das Theaterstück.
They are rehearsing the scene for the play.
Ich habe viel geübt.
I practiced a lot.
Ich übe Deutsch.
I practice German.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture a musician repeating a passage to 'üben' (practice)
üben ~ 'oo-ben' — think 'practice'
not applicable