Loslösen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Loslösen" is used as verb with the meaning of "detach", "separate" or "loosen".

Essential properties of "loslösen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: loslösen
Simple past: löste los
Participle: losgelöst

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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 "loslösen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To detach/separate (physically)"

Definition: "To detach something from something else to which it is attached."
Translation(s): detach, separate, loosen, unfasten
Synonym(s): trennen, abtrennen, lösen
Antonym(s): verbinden, befestigen
Related word(s): lösen, abtrennen

📝 Some usage examples:

Er musste das Pflaster vorsichtig loslösen.He had to carefully detach the plaster.
Sie versuchte, den Aufkleber von der Wand zu loslösen.She tried to detach the sticker from the wall.
Der Techniker konnte das Kabel leicht loslösen.The technician could easily detach the cable.

2.) "To free oneself (emotionally)"

Definition: "To free oneself from an emotional situation or relationship."
Translation(s): break free, disengage, detach oneself, free oneself
Synonym(s): befreien, emanzipieren
Antonym(s): binden, verknüpfen
Related word(s): befreien, emanzipieren

📝 Some usage examples:

Es ist wichtig, sich von alten Gewohnheiten zu loslösen.It's important to break free from old habits.
Sie konnte sich endlich von ihrer Vergangenheit loslösen.She could finally free herself from her past.
Er hat sich emotional von der Gruppe loslösen.He has emotionally detached himself from the group.

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