Umkreisen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Umkreisen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to orbit", "to circle" or "to revolve around".

Essential properties of "umkreisen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: umkreisen
  • Simple past: umkreiste
  • Participle: umkreist

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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 "umkreisen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To orbit or circle around"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Planeten umkreisen die Sonne.The planets orbit the sun.
  2. Der Adler umkreist seine Beute.The eagle circles its prey.
  3. Die Kinder umkreisen den Baum beim Spielen.The children circle the tree while playing.

2.) "To surround with a group or structure"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Polizei umkreist das Gebäude.The police surround the building.
  2. Die Fans umkreisen den Sänger nach dem Konzert.The fans surround the singer after the concert.
  3. Die Soldaten umkreisen das Lager.The soldiers surround the camp.
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