Aufhellen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Aufhellen" is used as verb with the meaning of "brighten", "lighten" or "clear up".

Essential properties of "aufhellen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: aufhellen
  • Simple past: hellte auf
  • Participle: aufgehellt

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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 "aufhellen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Make something brighter or clearer (color/light)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Sonne begann den Raum zu aufhellen.The sun began to brighten the room.
  2. Wir müssen das Bild aufhellen, es ist zu dunkel.We need to lighten the picture, it's too dark.
  3. Der neue Anstrich wird das Zimmer aufhellen.The new coat of paint will brighten up the room.

2.) "Improve mood, cheer up"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ein gutes Gespräch kann die Stimmung aufhellen.A good conversation can brighten the mood.
  2. Musik kann den Tag aufhellen.Music can brighten the day.
  3. Ein Lächeln kann den Raum aufhellen.A smile can brighten the room.
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