Schreiten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Schreiten" is used as verb with the meaning of "stride", "step" or "pace".

Essential properties of "schreiten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: schreiten
  • Simple past: schritt
  • Participle: geschritten

See full conjugation of schreiten

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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 "schreiten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To walk slowly and with dignity"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der König schritt durch die Halle.The king strode through the hall.
  2. Sie schritt langsam den Weg entlang.She slowly walked along the path.
  3. Er schritt mit erhobenem Haupt.He walked with his head held high.

2.) "To proceed or advance with an activity"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Arbeiten schreiten zügig voran.The work is progressing rapidly.
  2. Wir schreiten mit dem Projekt fort.We are proceeding with the project.
  3. Der Bau schreitet schnell voran.The construction is advancing quickly.
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