Anfallen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anfallen" is used as verb with the meaning of "accrue", "arise" or "result".

Essential properties of "anfallen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: anfallen
  • Simple past: fiel an
  • Participle: angefallen

See full conjugation of anfallen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "anfallen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To accumulate or arise as a result of something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Bei diesem Projekt fallen viele Kosten an.Many costs accrue in this project.
  2. Während der Renovierung fielen unerwartete Probleme an.During the renovation, unexpected problems arose.
  3. Im Sommer fallen oft große Mengen an Gartenabfällen an.In summer, large amounts of garden waste often accumulate.

2.) "To be necessary or required"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Morgen fällt viel Arbeit an.A lot of work is required tomorrow.
  2. Bei diesem Projekt fallen zusätzliche Aufgaben an.Additional tasks are required for this project.
  3. Im Winter fallen oft Reparaturen am Haus an.In winter, house repairs are often necessary.

3.) "To occur or take place at a specific time"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Prüfung fällt auf nächsten Montag an.The exam falls on next Monday.
  2. Der Gerichtstermin fällt in der kommenden Woche an.The court date falls in the coming week.
  3. Das wichtige Gespräch fällt morgen an.The important conversation takes place tomorrow.
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