Reden Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Reden" is used as verb with the meaning of "to speak", "to talk" or "to converse".

Essential properties of "reden"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: reden
  • Simple past: redete
  • Participle: geredet

See full conjugation of reden

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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 "reden" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To speak or talk"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen reden, es ist wichtig.We need to talk, it's important.
  2. Sie redet gerne über ihre Reisen.She likes to talk about her travels.
  3. Kannst du bitte lauter reden?Can you please speak louder?

2.) "To deliver a speech publicly"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Politiker wird morgen vor dem Parlament reden.The politician will speak before parliament tomorrow.
  2. Sie wurde eingeladen, auf der Konferenz reden.She was invited to speak at the conference.
  3. Er redet jedes Jahr bei der Abschlussfeier.He speaks every year at the graduation ceremony.

3.) "To persuade or convince"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich habe versucht, ihm ins Gewissen zu reden.I tried to appeal to his conscience.
  2. Sie konnte ihren Chef davon reden, ihr eine Gehaltserhöhung zu geben.She was able to talk her boss into giving her a raise.
  3. Lass dir nicht einreden, dass du das nicht kannst.Don't let anyone talk you into believing you can't do that.
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