What are some examples of Valenz der Verben in German sentences?

Valenz der Verben (valency of verbs) refers to the grammatical pattern that determines which components a verb requires to form a complete sentence. In German, several verbs exhibit different valences, and recognizing these patterns is crucial for correct sentence construction. For instance, verbs like "helfen" (to help) and "schenken" (to give as a gift) require two objects: one direct and one indirect. For example, "Ich helfe dir" (I help you) and "Er schenkt ihr Blumen" (He gives her flowers) demonstrate such valencies. On the other hand, some verbs like "sein" (to be) do not require any objects, as with the sentence "Das Auto ist rot" (The car is red). Understanding the valenz of verbs allows German learners to construct grammatically accurate sentences.

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