Mimen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Mimen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to mime", "to act" or "to play".

Essential properties of "mimen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: mimen
  • Simple past: mimte
  • Participle: gemimt

See full conjugation of mimen

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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 "mimen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To play a role or character, especially in performance"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er kann sehr gut den Clown mimen.He can mime the clown very well.
  2. Sie mimt die Rolle der Königin im Theaterstück.She plays the role of the queen in the play.
  3. Er mimte einen berühmten Schauspieler auf der Bühne.He mimed a famous actor on stage.

2.) "To feign or simulate an emotion"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er mimt Freude, obwohl er traurig ist.He feigns joy, although he is sad.
  2. Sie mimte Überraschung, als sie das Geschenk sah.She feigned surprise when she saw the gift.
  3. Er mimt Interesse, obwohl es ihn nicht interessiert.He feigns interest, although he is not interested.
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