In German, prefixes are added to verbs, nouns, or adjectives to change their meaning. They can be separable, inseparable, or dual (both separable and inseparable, depending on usage). Here’s a breakdown: 1. Separable Prefixes These prefixes detach from the verb in the present and simple past tense, moving to the end of the sentence. They often add a clear, literal meaning. 2. Inseparable Prefixes These prefixes stay attached to the verb at all times and usually change the meaning more abstractly