Freuen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Freuen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to be happy", "to be glad" or "to rejoice".

Essential properties of "freuen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: freuen
  • Simple past: freute
  • Participle: gefreut

See full conjugation of freuen

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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 "freuen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To feel joy or satisfaction (general)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich freue mich auf die Ferien.I am looking forward to the holidays.
  2. Sie freut sich über die guten Nachrichten.She is happy about the good news.
  3. Wir freuen uns auf das Konzert.We are looking forward to the concert.

2.) "To show joy or satisfaction"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er freut sich über das Geschenk.He is happy about the gift.
  2. Wir freuen uns über den Erfolg.We are happy about the success.
  3. Sie freuen sich über die Einladung.They are happy about the invitation.

3.) "To look forward to something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich freue mich schon auf das Wochenende.I am already looking forward to the weekend.
  2. Er freut sich auf seinen Geburtstag.He is looking forward to his birthday.
  3. Sie freut sich auf den Urlaub.She is looking forward to the vacation.
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