das Heben
lifting
Moving a body or object upward, especially using muscle power or a technical device.
EXAMPLE
Beim Heben schwerer Kisten sollte man den Rücken gerade halten.
When lifting heavy boxes, you should keep your back straight.
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Meanings
Forms
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Hebens |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Heben | – |
| accusative | das Heben | – |
| dative | dem Heben | – |
| genitive | des Hebens | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Nominalized verb
'Das Heben' (lifting) is the nominalized verb 'heben' (to lift) and refers to the activity or process as a whole. It therefore often appears in expressions concerning rules, physical strain, or work procedures.
EXAMPLE
Regelmäßiges Heben stärkt die Muskulatur.
Regular lifting strengthens the muscles.
Das Heben ist hier nur mit einem Kran erlaubt.
Lifting is only permitted here with a crane.
Typical construction
After 'das Heben' (lifting), 'von' is often followed by the dative when specifying what is being lifted. For an activity in a particular situation, 'beim Heben' (when lifting) is also a typical expression.
EXAMPLE
Beim Heben von schweren Lasten muss man vorsichtig sein.
When lifting heavy loads, you have to be careful.
Das Heben von Kisten gehört zu seiner täglichen Arbeit.
Lifting boxes is part of his daily work.
Typical collocations
Common collocations include 'schweres Heben' (heavy lifting), 'Heben und Tragen' (lifting and carrying), and 'manuelles Heben' (manual lifting). These expressions are especially common in work instructions, sports, and occupational health and safety.
EXAMPLE
Schweres Heben kann den Rücken belasten.
Heavy lifting can put strain on the back.
Beim Heben und Tragen sollten die Knie leicht gebeugt sein.
When lifting and carrying, your knees should be slightly bent.
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