Anheben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anheben" is used as verb with the meaning of "lift", "raise" or "elevate".

Essential properties of "anheben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: anheben
  • Simple past: hob an
  • Participle: angehoben

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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 "anheben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To lift or raise something physically"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wollte die Kiste anheben, aber sie war zu schwer.He wanted to lift the box, but it was too heavy.
  2. Bitte anheben und vorsichtig transportieren.Please lift and transport carefully.
  3. Sie müssen den Hebel anheben, um die Maschine zu starten.You must lift the lever to start the machine.

2.) "To increase the level or quantity of something, often economically"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Bank plant, die Zinsen anzuheben.The bank plans to raise interest rates.
  2. Wir müssen die Preise anheben, um die Kosten zu decken.We must raise prices to cover costs.
  3. Die Regierung hat beschlossen, die Steuern anzuheben.The government has decided to raise taxes.
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