Bannen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Bannen" is used as verb with the meaning of "banish", "avert" or "ward off".

Essential properties of "bannen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: bannen
  • Simple past: bannte
  • Participle: gebannt

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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 "bannen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To eliminate a danger or threat"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Zauberer konnte den Fluch bannen.The wizard could banish the curse.
  2. Sie versuchten, die Gefahr zu bannen.They tried to avert the danger.
  3. Der Priester bannte die bösen Geister aus dem Haus.The priest banished the evil spirits from the house.

2.) "To intensely capture attention or interest"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Buch bannte die Leser von der ersten Seite an.The book captivated the readers from the first page.
  2. Der Film bannte das Publikum bis zum Ende.The film enthralled the audience until the end.
  3. Seine Rede bannte alle Zuhörer im Saal.His speech captivated all listeners in the hall.
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