Entschließen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Entschließen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to decide", "to resolve" or "to make up one's mind".

Essential properties of "entschließen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: entschließen
  • Simple past: entschloss
  • Participle: entschlossen

See full conjugation of entschließen

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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 "entschließen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To firmly decide or resolve to undertake an action"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er entschloss sich, das Angebot anzunehmen.He decided to accept the offer.
  2. Wir müssen uns schnell entschließen, ob wir teilnehmen wollen.We must quickly decide whether we want to participate.
  3. Sie hat sich entschlossen, im Ausland zu studieren.She decided to study abroad.

2.) "To arrive at a conclusion or decision following careful thought"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Komitee entschloss sich, die Veranstaltung zu verschieben.The committee decided to postpone the event.
  2. Nach langer Diskussion entschlossen sie sich für Option B.After a long discussion, they decided on Option B.
  3. Der Vorstand hat sich entschlossen, neue Mitarbeiter einzustellen.The board decided to hire new employees.
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