Einreißen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Einreißen" is used as verb with the meaning of "tear down", "demolish" or "pull down".

Essential properties of "einreißen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: einreißen
  • Simple past: riss ein
  • Participle: eingerissen

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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 "einreißen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To tear down or demolish a structure"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die alte Mauer wurde gestern eingerissen.The old wall was torn down yesterday.
  2. Er plant, das alte Gebäude einzureißen.He plans to demolish the old building.
  3. Die Arbeiter begannen, die Brücke einzureißen.The workers began to tear down the bridge.

2.) "To tear/rip (paper, fabric)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Papier ist beim Öffnen des Briefes eingerissen.The paper tore when opening the letter.
  2. Sein Hemd riss beim Klettern ein.His shirt ripped while climbing.
  3. Der Vorhang ist an der Seite eingerissen.The curtain is torn at the side.

3.) "A negative habit/practice takes hold"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Eine schlechte Angewohnheit kann schnell einreißen.A bad habit can quickly take hold.
  2. In der Firma reißt langsam Chaos ein.Chaos is slowly creeping into the company.
  3. Wenn man nicht aufpasst, reißen Fehler ein.If one isn't careful, mistakes will creep in.
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