Anschlagen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anschlagen" is used as verb with the meaning of "post", "put up" or "affix".

Essential properties of "anschlagen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: anschlagen
  • Simple past: schlug an
  • Participle: angeschlagen

See full conjugation of anschlagen

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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 "anschlagen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To affix a poster or notice"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat das Plakat an die Wand angeschlagen.He posted the poster on the wall.
  2. Die Bekanntmachung wurde am Schwarzen Brett angeschlagen.The announcement was posted on the bulletin board.
  3. Bitte schlagen Sie das Schild an der Tür an.Please affix the sign to the door.

2.) "To strike gently (bell, instrument)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er schlug die Glocke an.He rang the bell.
  2. Der Musiker schlug die Tasten des Klaviers an.The musician struck the keys of the piano.
  3. Sie schlug die Trommel leicht an.She lightly struck the drum.

3.) "To affect or impact negatively"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Krankheit hat ihn stark angeschlagen.The illness has severely affected him.
  2. Die Kritik hat ihn emotional angeschlagen.The criticism has emotionally affected him.
  3. Der Verlust hat seine Gesundheit angeschlagen.The loss has taken a toll on his health.

4.) "To launch an attack"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Armee schlug den Feind an.The army attacked the enemy.
  2. Er schlug den Gegner überraschend an.He surprisingly attacked the opponent.
  3. Die Tiere schlugen die Eindringlinge an.The animals attacked the intruders.
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