Nähren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Nähren" is used as verb with the meaning of "to feed", "to nourish" or "to sustain".

Essential properties of "nähren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: nähren
Simple past: nährte
Participle: genährt

regulartransitive

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 "nähren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To feed or nourish"

Definition: "To provide food or sustenance to someone or something."
Translation(s): to feed, to nourish, to sustain
Synonym(s): ernähren, füttern, versorgen
Antonym(s): verhungern, aushungern
Related word(s): Ernährung, Nahrung, Nährstoff

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Mutter nährt ihr Kind mit Liebe und Fürsorge.The mother nourishes her child with love and care.
Pflanzen nähren sich durch Photosynthese.Plants nourish themselves through photosynthesis.
Er nährt seine Familie mit seinem Gehalt.He supports his family with his salary.

2.) "To foster or promote"

Definition: "To foster or support the growth or development of something."
Translation(s): to foster, to promote, to encourage, to cultivate
Synonym(s): fördern, unterstützen, stärken
Antonym(s): vernachlässigen, behindern
Related word(s): Förderung, Unterstützung, Wachstum

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Lehrer nähren das Interesse der Schüler an Wissenschaft.The teachers foster the students' interest in science.
Kritik kann den Ehrgeiz nähren.Criticism can fuel ambition.
Ein gutes Umfeld nährt die Kreativität.A good environment nurtures creativity.

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