German A1 · Grammar cheat code
A1.1 · L7 · Separable Verbs: Present Tense

The prefix splits off and lands at the end.

Prefix + Verbexample sentence
an + rufenIch rufe … an.
auf + stehenIch stehe … auf.
ein + kaufenEr kauft … ein.
mit + kommenIch komme … mit.
[object Object]
He calls Anna.
[object Object]
We get up at 7 o'clock.
A1.1 · L7 · Separable Verbs: Present Tense · Detail

With a modal, the prefix stays on the infinitive at the end.

[object Object]
I have to get up early.
[object Object]
He wants to call Anna.
[object Object]
Do you get up early?
[object Object]
Are you calling her?

Questions

What is the rule for Separable Verbs: Present Tense?
The prefix splits off and lands at the end.
How do I use Separable Verbs: Present Tense?
With modals, the infinitive goes to the end — prefix stays attached to it.
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