Darstellen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Darstellen" is used as verb with the meaning of "represent", "describe" or "depict".

Essential properties of "darstellen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: darstellen
  • Simple past: stellte dar
  • Participle: dargestellt

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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 "darstellen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To represent or describe"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Künstler will die Natur realistisch darstellen.The artist wants to realistically depict nature.
  2. Der Film stellt das Leben eines berühmten Schriftstellers dar.The film portrays the life of a famous writer.
  3. Es ist wichtig, die Fakten korrekt darzustellen.It is important to present the facts correctly.

2.) "To act a role"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Schauspieler stellt Hamlet im Theater dar.The actor portrays Hamlet in the theater.
  2. Sie kann verschiedene Charaktere sehr gut darstellen.She can portray various characters very well.
  3. In dem Film stellt er einen Detektiv dar.In the film, he plays a detective.

3.) "To signify or constitute"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Diese Entscheidung stellt einen Wendepunkt dar.This decision represents a turning point.
  2. Die neuen Regeln stellen eine Herausforderung dar.The new rules constitute a challenge.
  3. Die Entdeckung stellt einen großen Fortschritt in der Forschung dar.The discovery represents a major breakthrough in research.
  4. Die neue Strategie stellt die Richtung dar.The new strategy represents the direction.

4.) "To show or exhibit"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Museum stellt alte Artefakte dar.The museum exhibits ancient artifacts.
  2. Sie stellt ihre Kunstwerke in der Galerie dar.She displays her artworks in the gallery.
  3. Die Firma stellt ihre neuen Produkte auf der Messe dar.The company exhibits its new products at the trade fair.

5.) "To clarify or explain"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Wissenschaftler stellt seine Theorie dar.The scientist presents his theory.
  2. Der Lehrer stellt den Lernstoff klar und deutlich dar.The teacher explains the learning material clearly and distinctly.
  3. Der Bericht stellt die Ergebnisse der Studie dar.The report presents the results of the study.
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