Einspannen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Einspannen" is used as verb with the meaning of "clamp", "fasten" or "mount".

Essential properties of "einspannen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: einspannen
  • Simple past: spannte ein
  • Participle: eingespannt

See full conjugation of einspannen

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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 "einspannen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To fix something in a support or frame"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er musste das Holzstück in den Schraubstock einspannen.He had to clamp the piece of wood in the vise.
  2. Sie spannt das Bild in den Rahmen ein.She mounts the picture in the frame.
  3. Der Mechaniker spannt das Werkstück ein.The mechanic clamps the workpiece.

2.) "To involve someone in a task"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er spannt seine Freunde für das Projekt ein.He involves his friends in the project.
  2. Sie spannt alle Mitarbeiter für das Event ein.She involves all employees in the event.
  3. Wir spannten ihn für die Organisation ein.We involved him in the organization.
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