Antun Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Antun" is used as verb with the meaning of "to inflict", "to do" or "to cause".

Essential properties of "antun"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: antun
  • Simple past: tat an
  • Participle: angetan

See full conjugation of antun

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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 "antun" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To inflict harm or suffering"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat mir großes Leid angetan.He has caused me great suffering.
  2. Wie konntest du deinem Freund so etwas antun?How could you do such a thing to your friend?
  3. Sie hat sich selbst Schaden angetan.She has harmed herself.

2.) "To put on clothes"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie tut sich ein schönes Kleid an.She puts on a beautiful dress.
  2. Er tut sich einen warmen Mantel an.He puts on a warm coat.
  3. Ich tue mir noch Schuhe an.I'm still putting on shoes.

3.) "To force oneself to do something unpleasant"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich muss mir diese langweilige Vorlesung antun.I have to subject myself to this boring lecture.
  2. Warum tust du dir diese Arbeit an?Why do you subject yourself to this work?
  3. Sie tat sich den langen Weg zu Fuß an.She subjected herself to the long walk.
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