Ausstechen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ausstechen" is used as verb with the meaning of "cut out", "punch out" or "pierce".

Essential properties of "ausstechen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: ausstechen
  • Simple past: stach aus
  • Participle: ausgestochen

See full conjugation of ausstechen

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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 "ausstechen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Cut or pierce with a sharp object"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er möchte die Kekse mit einer Form ausstechen.He wants to cut out the cookies with a mold.
  2. Sie hat das Muster aus dem Stoff ausgestochen.She cut out the pattern from the fabric.
  3. Wir müssen den Teig ausstechen.We have to cut out the dough.

2.) "Surpass or defeat in competition"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er konnte alle anderen Teilnehmer ausstechen.He was able to outdo all other participants.
  2. Sie hat ihn im Wettkampf ausgestochen.She beat him in the competition.
  3. Er versucht immer, seine Kollegen auszustechen.He always tries to outdo his colleagues.
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