Enden Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Enden" is used as verb with the meaning of "to end", "to finish" or "to conclude".

Essential properties of "enden"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: enden
  • Simple past: endete
  • Participle: geendet

See full conjugation of enden

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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 "enden" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To finish, conclude, or come to an end"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Film wird in einer Stunde enden.The film will end in an hour.
  2. Die Sitzung endete fruher als erwartet.The meeting ended earlier than expected.
  3. Wann endest du normalerweise?When do you usually finish?

2.) "To cease to exist or come to an abrupt end"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Dinosaurier endeten vor Millionen von Jahren.The dinosaurs ended millions of years ago.
  2. Seine Karriere endete abrupt nach dem Skandal.His career ended abruptly after the scandal.
  3. Die Straße endet am Waldrand.The road ends at the edge of the forest.

3.) "To result in or lead to something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Verhandlungen endeten in einem Kompromiss.The negotiations resulted in a compromise.
  2. Der Streit endete mit einer Versöhnung.The dispute ended with a reconciliation.
  3. Die Diskussion endete in einem Missverständnis.The discussion ended in a misunderstanding.
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