Befehligen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Befehligen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to command", "to lead" or "to be in charge of".

Essential properties of "befehligen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: befehligen
Simple past: befehligte
Participle: befehligt

regulartransitive

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 "befehligen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To command a group/unit"

Definition: "To exercise authority or command over a group or unit."
Translation(s): to command, to lead, to be in charge of
Synonym(s): kommandieren, leiten, führen
Antonym(s): gehorchen, folgen
Related word(s): Befehl, Kommandant, Führung

📝 Some usage examples:

Der General befehligt die Truppen an der Front.The general commands the troops at the front.
Sie befehligt eine große Abteilung in der Firma.She commands a large department in the company.
Der Kapitän befehligt das Schiff mit großer Autorität.The captain commands the ship with great authority.

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