Abgeben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Abgeben" is used as verb with the meaning of "hand over", "deliver" or "submit".

Essential properties of "abgeben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: abgeben
Simple past: gab ab
Participle: abgegeben

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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 "abgeben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To hand over, deliver"

Definition: "To hand over something to someone."
Translation(s): hand over, deliver, submit, give in
Synonym(s): übergeben, einreichen
Antonym(s): nehmen
Related word(s): Aushändigung, Übergabe

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich muss den Bericht bis morgen abgeben.I have to submit the report by tomorrow.
Bitte geben Sie Ihre Hausaufgaben rechtzeitig ab.Please hand in your homework on time.
Er gab das Paket an die Rezeption ab.He handed over the package to the reception.

2.) "To express an opinion or statement"

Definition: "To express or state an opinion or declaration."
Translation(s): express, state, cast (a vote), give (a statement)
Synonym(s): äußern, kundtun
Related word(s): Aussage, Meinung

📝 Some usage examples:

Er hat seine Meinung klar abgegeben.He clearly expressed his opinion.
Die Zeugin gab eine detaillierte Erklärung ab.The witness gave a detailed statement.
Er gab seine Stimme bei der Wahl ab.He cast his vote in the election.

3.) "To cede control or ownership"

Definition: "To cede something, especially control or ownership of something."
Translation(s): cede, relinquish, give up, transfer
Synonym(s): überlassen, weitergeben
Antonym(s): behalten
Related word(s): Abtretung, Übergabe

📝 Some usage examples:

Er gab die Leitung des Projekts an seinen Kollegen ab.He handed over the project management to his colleague.
Sie gab ihre Anteile an der Firma ab.She gave up her shares in the company.
Er gab sein Amt als Vorsitzender ab.He relinquished his office as chairman.

4.) "To yield or produce results/profits"

Definition: "To yield or produce something in terms of results or profits."
Translation(s): yield, produce, generate, give off
Synonym(s): Liefern, Erzeugen
Related word(s): Ertrag, Leistung

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Investition gab gute Renditen ab.The investment yielded good returns.
Die Maschine gab eine hohe Leistung ab.The machine produced high performance.
Das Geschäft gab hohe Gewinne ab.The business generated high profits.

5.) "To emit or give off (heat, light)"

Definition: "To emit or give off something, such as heat or light."
Translation(s): emit, give off, radiate, release
Synonym(s): ausstrahlen, absondern
Related word(s): Emission, Strahlung

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Feuer gab eine angenehme Wärme ab.The fire gave off a pleasant warmth.
Die Lampe gab ein helles Licht ab.The lamp emitted a bright light.
Der Kühler gibt Wärme an die Umgebung ab.The cooler releases heat into the surroundings.

6.) "To drop off (someone)"

Definition: "To drop someone off at a place, especially in the context of transportation."
Translation(s): drop off, leave
Synonym(s): absetzen, abladen
Antonym(s): abholen
Related word(s): Transport, Absetzen

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich gab ihn am Bahnhof ab.I dropped him off at the train station.
Sie gab die Kinder bei der Schule ab.She dropped the children off at school.
Er gab seine Frau vor dem Einkaufszentrum ab.He dropped his wife off in front of the shopping center.

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