Aufarbeiten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Aufarbeiten" is used as verb with the meaning of "process", "work through" or "come to terms with".

Essential properties of "aufarbeiten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: aufarbeiten
Simple past: arbeitete auf
Participle: aufgearbeitet

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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 "aufarbeiten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Review and analyze past events"

Definition: "To review and analyze past events to understand them better."
Translation(s): process, work through, come to terms with, deal with
Synonym(s): verarbeiten, durchgehen
Antonym(s): ignorieren, übersehen
Related word(s): bearbeiten, nacharbeiten

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir müssen die alten Berichte gründlich aufarbeiten.We need to thoroughly review the old reports.
Die Firma hat beschlossen, die Vorfälle intern aufzuarbeiten.The company has decided to internally process the incidents.
Es ist wichtig, die Geschichte kritisch aufzuarbeiten.It is important to critically process history.

2.) "Restore or repair something"

Definition: "To restore or repair something so that it is in good condition again."
Translation(s): restore, refurbish, recondition, overhaul
Synonym(s): wiederherstellen, renovieren
Antonym(s): zerstören, vernachlässigen
Related word(s): reparieren, instandsetzen

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Tischler wird den alten Schrank aufarbeiten.The carpenter will restore the old cabinet.
Wir lassen die antiken Möbel aufarbeiten.
Die Werkstatt hat das Auto komplett aufgearbeitet.The workshop completely reconditioned the car.

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