Sichern Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Sichern" is used as verb with the meaning of "to secure", "to protect" or "to safeguard".

Essential properties of "sichern"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: sichern
  • Simple past: sicherte
  • Participle: gesichert

See full conjugation of sichern

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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 "sichern" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To protect or secure against damage or danger"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen unsere Daten sichern, um Verluste zu vermeiden.We must secure our data to avoid losses.
  2. Der Polizist wird das Gebäude sichern.The police officer will secure the building.
  3. Bitte sichern Sie Ihr Gepäck während der Reise.Please secure your luggage during the trip.

2.) "To save or store data securely"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Vergiss nicht, deine Arbeit regelmäßig sichern.Don't forget to regularly save your work.
  2. Wir müssen alle wichtigen Dokumente digital sichern.We must digitally back up all important documents.
  3. Der Techniker wird die Festplatte sichern, bevor er sie austauscht.The technician will back up the hard drive before replacing it.

3.) "To definitively obtain or secure something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er konnte sich den ersten Platz im Wettbewerb sichern.He was able to secure first place in the competition.
  2. Das Unternehmen will sich neue Aufträge sichern.The company wants to secure new contracts.
  3. Sie hat sich einen Studienplatz an der Universität gesichert.She secured a university place.
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