dürfe

This is the 1536th most frequent German word.

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dürfe

"Dürfe" is a subjunctive form of "dürfen," meaning "may" or "be allowed to."


Here, 'dürfe' expresses a permission in the subjunctive mood, showing a polite allowance.

Ich dürfe das Buch von der Bibliothek ausleihen.

I may borrow the book from the library.


Here, 'dürfe' is used in indirect speech to convey an allowance stated in reported speech.

Er sagte, ich dürfe teilnehmen.

He said I may participate.


In this case, 'dürfte' expresses a possibility or likelihood in the subjunctive mood.

Falls es regnet, dürfte das Spiel verschoben werden.

If it rains, the game might be postponed.