Unterschreiben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Unterschreiben" is used as verb with the meaning of "sign", "endorse" or "support".

Essential properties of "unterschreiben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: unterschreiben
Simple past: unterschrieb
Participle: unterschrieben

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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 "unterschreiben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To sign a document to validate it or show agreement"

Definition: "To sign or put one's signature on a document to validate it or show agreement."
Translation(s): sign, endorse
Synonym(s): signieren, unterzeichnen
Related word(s): Unterschrift, Signatur

📝 Some usage examples:

Bitte unterschreiben Sie hier den Vertrag.Please sign the contract here.
Er hat das Dokument ohne zu zögern unterschrieben.He signed the document without hesitation.
Ich muss noch den Brief unterschreiben, bevor ich ihn abschicke.I still need to sign the letter before I send it.

2.) "To support a statement, petition, or initiative"

Definition: "To support or back a statement, petition, or initiative."
Translation(s): support, endorse, back, subscribe to
Synonym(s): unterstützen, befürworten
Antonym(s): ablehnen
Related word(s): Unterstützung, Zustimmung

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich kann diese Aussage voll und ganz unterschreiben.I can fully endorse this statement.
Viele Bürger haben die Petition unterschrieben.Many citizens signed the petition.
Wir unterschreiben die Initiative für mehr Umweltschutz.We support the initiative for more environmental protection.

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