Freigeben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Freigeben" is used as verb with the meaning of "to release", "to approve" or "to authorize".

Essential properties of "freigeben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: freigeben
  • Simple past: gab frei
  • Participle: freigegeben

See full conjugation of freigeben

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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 "freigeben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To permit use or access"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Chef muss die Dokumente noch freigeben.The boss still needs to approve the documents.
  2. Können Sie bitte den Zugang zum System freigeben?Can you please enable access to the system?
  3. Die Polizei hat die Straße wieder freigegeben.The police have cleared the road again.

2.) "To publish content, especially online"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir werden den Artikel morgen freigeben.We will publish the article tomorrow.
  2. Bitte geben Sie das Video erst nach der Pressekonferenz frei.Please only release the video after the press conference.
  3. Die neuen Fotos wurden bereits auf der Website freigegeben.The new photos have already been published on the website.

3.) "To release financial funds or resources"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Bank wird das Geld nächste Woche freigeben.The bank will release the money next week.
  2. Der Vorstand muss das Budget noch freigeben.The board still needs to approve the budget.
  3. Die eingefrorenen Vermögenswerte wurden endlich freigeben.The frozen assets were finally released.
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