Versehen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Versehen" is used as verb with the meaning of "provide", "equip" or "furnish".

Essential properties of "versehen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: versehen
  • Simple past: versah
  • Participle: versehen

See full conjugation of versehen

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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 "versehen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To equip or provide"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Soldaten wurden mit neuen Waffen versehen.The soldiers were equipped with new weapons.
  2. Er hat das Dokument mit seiner Unterschrift versehen.He provided the document with his signature.
  3. Die Firma hat alle Mitarbeiter mit Laptops versehen.The company provided all employees with laptops.

2.) "To make a mistake"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich habe mich beim Rechnen versehen.I made a mistake in the calculation.
  2. Er hat sich in der Adresse versehen.He made a mistake in the address.
  3. Sie hat sich beim Datum versehen.She made a mistake with the date.

3.) "To perform a task or function"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er versieht sein Amt mit großer Sorgfalt.He performs his office with great care.
  2. Sie versieht ihre Pflichten gewissenhaft.She conscientiously performs her duties.
  3. Der Pfarrer versieht den Gottesdienst.The pastor performs the church service.
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