But ideally, multiple meanings given context. For example, fahren can mean to drive, to ride, to go (by vehicle).

If you want, I can:

Do not spend 20 minutes memorizing explodieren (to explode) before you have mastered gehen (to go).

Crucial for expressing ability, necessity, or desire ( können, sollen, müssen, dürfen, wollen, mögen ). Top 10 German Verbs You Must Know According to Lingoda , these are the absolute essentials: Sein (To be) - Ich bin müde. (I am tired.)