Reagieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Reagieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "to react", "to respond" or "to act".

Essential properties of "reagieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: reagieren
  • Simple past: reagierte
  • Participle: reagiert

See full conjugation of reagieren

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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 "reagieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To respond or act in a specific manner"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er reagierte schnell auf die Gefahr.He reacted quickly to the danger.
  2. Wie reagieren Sie auf Stress?How do you react to stress?
  3. Das Team muss auf die neue Strategie des Gegners reagieren.The team must react to the opponent's new strategy.

2.) "To undergo a chemical or physical reaction"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Diese Substanzen reagieren miteinander.These substances react with each other.
  2. Säuren reagieren mit Basen.Acids react with bases.
  3. Wie reagiert dieses Material auf Hitze?How does this material react to heat?

3.) "To show sensitivity or be responsive"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Seine Haut reagiert empfindlich auf Sonnenlicht.His skin reacts sensitively to sunlight.
  2. Manche Menschen reagieren allergisch auf bestimmte Lebensmittel.Some people react allergically to certain foods.
  3. Die Pflanze reagiert auf Licht und Wasser.The plant reacts to light and water.
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