Anstrengen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anstrengen" is used as verb with the meaning of "exert oneself", "make an effort" or "strain".

Essential properties of "anstrengen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: anstrengen
Simple past: strengte an
Participle: angestrengt

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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 "anstrengen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make an intense physical or mental effort"

Definition: "To make an intense physical or mental effort."
Translation(s): exert oneself, make an effort, strain
Synonym(s): bemühen, angestrengt arbeiten
Antonym(s): entspannen, ausruhen
Related word(s): Anstrengung, anstrengend

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich muss mich sehr anstrengen, um das Ziel zu erreichen.I have to exert myself a lot to reach the goal.
Er strengte sich an, die Prüfung zu bestehen.He made an effort to pass the exam.
Wir strengen uns an, um das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.We are making an effort to complete the project on time.

2.) "To initiate legal proceedings"

Definition: "To initiate a legal process against someone."
Translation(s): file a lawsuit, bring a case, initiate legal action
Synonym(s): klagen, verklagen
Related word(s): Klage, Prozess

📝 Some usage examples:

Er hat beschlossen, eine Klage anzustrengen.He decided to file a lawsuit.
Sie strengte eine Klage gegen die Firma an.She brought a lawsuit against the company.
Der Anwalt strengte das Verfahren an.The lawyer initiated the proceedings.

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