Abfedern Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Abfedern" is used as verb with the meaning of "cushion", "absorb" or "mitigate".

Essential properties of "abfedern"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: abfedern
  • Simple past: federte ab
  • Participle: abgefedert

See full conjugation of abfedern

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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 "abfedern" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To reduce impact or effect"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Stoßdämpfer des Autos helfen, die Unebenheiten der Straße abzufedern.The car's shock absorbers help to cushion the bumps in the road.
  2. Er versuchte, die Kritik mit einem Lächeln abzufedern.He tried to soften the criticism with a smile.
  3. Die neuen Maßnahmen sollen die wirtschaftlichen Folgen der Krise abfedern.The new measures are intended to cushion the economic consequences of the crisis.

2.) "To provide elastic support or cushioning"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Matratze ist so konzipiert, dass sie das Gewicht des Körpers abfedert.The mattress is designed to cushion the body's weight.
  2. Der Sitz ist gut gepolstert, um den Druck abzufedern.The seat is well-padded to cushion the pressure.
  3. Die Schuhe sind speziell entwickelt, um den Aufprall beim Laufen abzufedern.The shoes are specially designed to cushion the impact when running.
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