regen

Meaning

1. (transitive,weak) to move (a small amount or unconsciously)
2. (reflexive,weak) to move (intransitive), to stir
3. (reflexive,weak) to be active doing something, occupying oneself
4. (reflexive,weak) to budge, to become noticeable

Concepts

stir

move

rain

change

deny

shift

Etymology

From Middle High German regen (“to make protrude, to erect, to excite, to move”), causative of ragen.

Sentences

Mit den Mitgliedern der Brücke pflegte sie regen Briefkontakt.

She maintained close correspondence with the members of the bridge.