Antreten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Antreten" is used as verb with the meaning of "begin", "start" or "commence".

Essential properties of "antreten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: antreten
  • Simple past: trat an
  • Participle: angetreten

See full conjugation of antreten

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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 "antreten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To begin or start an activity or task"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Morgen trete ich meinen neuen Job an.Tomorrow I will start my new job.
  2. Die Soldaten traten zum Appell an.The soldiers reported for roll call.
  3. Wann trittst du deine Reise an?When do you begin your journey?

2.) "To appear or present oneself, often formally"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Zeuge musste vor Gericht antreten.The witness had to appear in court.
  2. Bitte treten Sie näher an den Schalter an.Please step closer to the counter.
  3. Die Mannschaft trat pünktlich zum Spiel an.The team appeared punctually for the game.

3.) "To compete or participate in a contest"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie wird bei den Olympischen Spielen antreten.She will compete in the Olympic Games.
  2. Unser Team tritt gegen den Tabellenführer an.Our team will compete against the league leader.
  3. Er trat bei der Wahl als Kandidat an.He ran as a candidate in the election.

4.) "To start a machine or vehicle"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Motor trat sofort an.The engine started immediately.
  2. Bitte treten Sie das Gaspedal vorsichtig an.Please press the accelerator pedal carefully.
  3. Die Maschine trat mit lautem Geräusch an.The machine started with a loud noise.
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