Verwöhnen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Verwöhnen" is used as verb with the meaning of "spoil", "pamper" or "indulge".

Essential properties of "verwöhnen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: verwöhnen
Simple past: verwöhnte
Participle: verwöhnt

regulartransitive

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 "verwöhnen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To treat someone with excessive indulgence"

Definition: "To treat someone with excessive indulgence or care."
Translation(s): spoil, pamper, indulge
Synonym(s): verhätscheln, verziehen
Antonym(s): vernachlässigen, ignorieren
Related word(s): Verwöhnung, verwöhnt

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Großeltern verwöhnen ihre Enkelkinder oft mit Süßigkeiten.The grandparents often spoil their grandchildren with sweets.
Er verwöhnt seine Frau mit einem romantischen Abendessen.He pampers his wife with a romantic dinner.
Man sollte Kinder nicht zu sehr verwöhnen, sonst werden sie anspruchsvoll.One should not spoil children too much, otherwise they become demanding.

2.) "To provide special pleasure or comfort"

Definition: "To provide someone with special pleasure or comfort."
Translation(s): treat, indulge, pamper, spoil
Synonym(s): beglücken, erfreuen
Antonym(s): enttäuschen, verärgern
Related word(s): Verwöhnprogramm, verwöhnt

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Hotel verwöhnt seine Gäste mit einem luxuriösen Spa.The hotel pampers its guests with a luxurious spa.
Sie verwöhnen sich selbst mit einem Tag im Wellnesscenter.They treat themselves to a day at the wellness center.
Der Koch verwöhnt die Gäste mit einem exquisiten Menü.The chef spoils the guests with an exquisite menu.

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