Charakterisieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Charakterisieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "characterize", "describe" or "portray".

Essential properties of "charakterisieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: charakterisieren
  • Simple past: charakterisierte
  • Participle: charakterisiert

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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 "charakterisieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To describe the distinctive features of someone or something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Autor charakterisiert die Hauptfigur als mutig und entschlossen.The author characterizes the main character as brave and determined.
  2. In seinem Bericht charakterisiert er die Situation als kritisch.In his report, he characterizes the situation as critical.
  3. Sie charakterisierte ihren ehemaligen Chef als streng, aber fair.She characterized her former boss as strict but fair.

2.) "To define the nature or character of something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Diese Eigenschaften charakterisieren das neue Produkt.These properties characterize the new product.
  2. Der Geruch charakterisiert diesen besonderen Wein.The smell characterizes this particular wine.
  3. Ihre Handlungen charakterisieren sie als eine mitfühlende Person.Her actions characterize her as a compassionate person.
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