Dulden Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Dulden" is used as verb with the meaning of "tolerate", "endure" or "bear".

Essential properties of "dulden"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: dulden
Simple past: duldete
Participle: geduldet

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 "dulden" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To tolerate or endure something unpleasant"

Definition: "To tolerate or endure something unpleasant or undesired without actively opposing it."
Translation(s): tolerate, endure, bear, put up with
Synonym(s): ertragen, aushalten, hinnehmen
Antonym(s): ablehnen, bekämpfen
Related word(s): Toleranz, Duldung, erdulden

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich kann sein ständiges Gejammer nicht dulden.I cannot tolerate his constant whining.
Die Behörden dulden illegale Aktivitäten in diesem Viertel nicht.The authorities do not tolerate illegal activities in this neighborhood.
Wir müssen lernen, andere Meinungen zu dulden.We must learn to tolerate other opinions.

2.) "To passively allow or authorize"

Definition: "To allow or authorize something passively or reluctantly."
Translation(s): allow, permit, suffer (archaic), condone
Synonym(s): Zulassen, Gestatten, Erlauben
Antonym(s): Verbieten, Untersagen
Related word(s): Duldung, Genehmigung

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Vermieter duldet keine Haustiere in der Wohnung.The landlord does not allow pets in the apartment.
Die Regierung duldet friedliche Demonstrationen.The government permits peaceful demonstrations.
In diesem Betrieb wird Rauchen nicht geduldet.Smoking is not permitted in this establishment.

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