Wappnen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wappnen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to arm oneself", "to brace oneself" or "to prepare oneself".

Essential properties of "wappnen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: wappnen
  • Simple past: wappnete
  • Participle: gewappnet

See full conjugation of wappnen

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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 "wappnen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To prepare or equip oneself for a difficult situation or challenge"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen uns für den Winter wappnen.We must brace ourselves for winter.
  2. Er wappnet sich gegen mögliche Kritik.He braces himself against possible criticism.
  3. Sie wappneten sich für die bevorstehende Prüfung.They braced themselves for the upcoming exam.
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