Anregen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anregen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to stimulate", "to encourage" or "to inspire".

Essential properties of "anregen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: anregen
  • Simple past: regte an
  • Participle: angeregt

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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 "anregen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To stimulate or encourage someone to act or think"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Lehrer versucht, die Schüler zum Nachdenken anzuregen.The teacher tries to encourage the students to think.
  2. Dieses Buch hat mich dazu angeregt, mehr über das Thema zu recherchieren.This book inspired me to research more about the topic.
  3. Die Diskussion sollte die Teilnehmer zum kreativen Denken anregen.The discussion should stimulate the participants to think creatively.

2.) "To stimulate or activate a physiological or biological process"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Koffein kann den Stoffwechsel anregen.Caffeine can stimulate metabolism.
  2. Diese Creme soll die Durchblutung der Haut anregen.This cream is supposed to stimulate blood circulation in the skin.
  3. Bestimmte Übungen können das Immunsystem anregen.Certain exercises can stimulate the immune system.

3.) "To suggest or propose an idea or plan"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich möchte anregen, dass wir das Projekt noch einmal überdenken.I would like to suggest that we reconsider the project.
  2. Der Bürgermeister hat angeregt, mehr Grünflächen in der Stadt zu schaffen.The mayor suggested creating more green spaces in the city.
  3. Können Sie vielleicht eine Alternative anregen?Can you perhaps suggest an alternative?
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