Leisten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Leisten" is used as verb with the meaning of "perform", "achieve" or "fulfill".

Essential properties of "leisten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: leisten
  • Simple past: leistete
  • Participle: geleistet

See full conjugation of leisten

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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 "leisten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To perform, achieve, fulfill (a task/duty)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er konnte die schwierige Aufgabe leisten.He was able to perform the difficult task.
  2. Wir müssen unseren Beitrag zur Gesellschaft leisten.We must make our contribution to society.
  3. Sie leistete hervorragende Arbeit in ihrem Projekt.She did excellent work on her project.

2.) "To provide, give (help/assistance)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Feuerwehr leistete schnelle Hilfe bei dem Unfall.The fire department provided quick help at the accident.
  2. Er leistete seinem Freund in schweren Zeiten Beistand.He provided support to his friend in difficult times.
  3. Das Unternehmen leistet einen wichtigen Beitrag zur lokalen Wirtschaft.The company makes an important contribution to the local economy.

3.) "To afford"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich kann mir dieses teure Auto nicht leisten.I cannot afford this expensive car.
  2. Sie leistete sich einen Luxusurlaub nach ihrer Beförderung.She afforded herself a luxury vacation after her promotion.
  3. Können wir uns diese Ausgaben überhaupt leisten?Can we even afford these expenses?

4.) "To take an oath, swear an oath"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die neuen Bürger mussten einen Eid leisten.The new citizens had to take an oath.
  2. Der Zeuge leistete vor Gericht einen Eid.The witness took an oath in court.
  3. Sie musste einen Amtseid leisten, bevor sie ihr neues Amt antrat.She had to take an oath of office before she took up her new position.
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