Ersetzen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ersetzen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to replace", "to substitute" or "to compensate".

Essential properties of "ersetzen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: ersetzen
  • Simple past: ersetzte
  • Participle: ersetzt

See full conjugation of ersetzen

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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 "ersetzen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To replace something or someone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen die alte Lampe ersetzen.We need to replace the old lamp.
  2. Der Trainer wird den verletzten Spieler ersetzen.The coach will replace the injured player.
  3. Können Sie bitte dieses defekte Gerät ersetzen?Can you please replace this defective device?

2.) "To compensate for loss or damage"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Versicherer muss den Schaden ersetzen.The insurer must compensate for the damage.
  2. Sie müssen mir die Kosten ersetzen.You must reimburse me for the costs.
  3. Das Unternehmen wird den Verlust ersetzen.The company will compensate for the loss.
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