Definieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Definieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "define", "explain" or "determine".

Essential properties of "definieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: definieren
  • Simple past: definierte
  • Participle: definiert

See full conjugation of definieren

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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 "definieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Explain or determine the meaning/nature of something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Wissenschaftler versuchte, den Begriff definieren zu können.The scientist tried to be able to define the term.
  2. Wir müssen die Ziele des Projekts klar definieren.We must clearly define the project goals.
  3. Können Sie bitte den Terminus genauer definieren?Can you please define the term more precisely?

2.) "Establish or determine limits/characteristics"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Grenzen des Grundstücks wurden neu definiert.The boundaries of the property were newly defined.
  2. Es ist wichtig, die Aufgabenbereiche klar zu definieren.It is important to clearly define the areas of responsibility.
  3. Der Vertrag definiert die Rechte und Pflichten beider Parteien.The contract defines the rights and obligations of both parties.

3.) "Characterize or describe precisely"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sein Stil lässt sich am besten als minimalistisch definieren.His style can best be defined as minimalist.
  2. Die Studie versucht, die Merkmale erfolgreicher Führungskräfte zu definieren.The study attempts to define the characteristics of successful leaders.
  3. Wie würden Sie Ihre Beziehung zu ihm definieren?How would you define your relationship with him?
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