Aufstreben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Aufstreben" is mainly used as verb meaning "rise", "ascend" or "strive upwards". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Aufstreben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: aufstreben
  • Simple past: strebte auf
  • Participle: aufgestrebt

See full conjugation of aufstreben

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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.

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: neutral
  • Singular: das Aufstreben
  • Plural: die [n/a]

Meanings of "Aufstreben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To rise rapidly in importance or success"

"Aufstreben", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Unternehmen begann, aufzustreben und neue Märkte zu erobern.The company began to rise and conquer new markets.
  2. Viele junge Talente hoffen, in der Branche aufzustreben.Many young talents hope to rise in the industry.
  3. Die Stadt hat in den letzten Jahren stark aufgestrebt.The city has developed strongly in recent years.

2.) "The process of rising to success"

"Aufstreben", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Aufstreben der Firma war beeindruckend.The rise of the company was impressive.
  2. Sein Aufstreben in der Karriere ist bemerkenswert.His ascent in his career is remarkable.
  3. Das Aufstreben der Stadt zieht viele Investoren an.The growth of the city attracts many investors.
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