Zügeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Zügeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "to rein in", "to curb" or "to control".

Essential properties of "zügeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: zügeln
  • Simple past: zügelte
  • Participle: gezügelt

See full conjugation of zügeln

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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 "zügeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To control emotions, desires, or behaviors"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er musste seine Wut zügeln, um ruhig zu bleiben.He had to rein in his anger to stay calm.
  2. Sie zügelte ihre Neugier, um nicht aufdringlich zu wirken.She curbed her curiosity so as not to seem intrusive.
  3. Es ist wichtig, seine Emotionen zu zügeln.It is important to control one's emotions.

2.) "To move or relocate, often with animals"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir zügeln nächsten Monat in eine neue Stadt.We are moving to a new city next month.
  2. Die Familie zügelte mit ihren Pferden auf die Alm.The family moved with their horses to the alpine pasture.
  3. Er zügelte seine Herde in das Winterquartier.He moved his herd to the winter quarters.
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