Abbremsen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Abbremsen" is used as verb with the meaning of "brake", "slow down" or "decelerate".

Essential properties of "abbremsen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: abbremsen
  • Simple past: bremste ab
  • Participle: abgebremst

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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 "abbremsen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Reduce speed (vehicle/process)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Fahrer musste plötzlich abbremsen, um den Unfall zu vermeiden.The driver had to brake suddenly to avoid the accident.
  2. Das Auto begann stark zu abbremsen, als es den Hügel hinunterfuhr.The car started to brake hard as it drove down the hill.
  3. Der Zug wird in Kürze abbremsen und am Bahnhof anhalten.The train will soon slow down and stop at the station.

2.) "Decrease intensity/pace (non-physical)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Regierung versucht, die Inflation zu abbremsen.The government is trying to curb inflation.
  2. Er musste seine Aktivitäten abbremsen, um sich zu erholen.He had to slow down his activities to recover.
  3. Das Unternehmen plant, das Wachstum zu abbremsen.The company plans to slow down growth.
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