Bedenken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Bedenken" is used as verb with the meaning of "consider", "reflect" or "ponder".

Essential properties of "bedenken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: bedenken
  • Simple past: bedachte
  • Participle: bedacht

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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 "bedenken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To consider carefully"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen die Konsequenzen unserer Entscheidung gut bedenken.We must carefully consider the consequences of our decision.
  2. Bitte bedenken Sie alle Vor- und Nachteile, bevor Sie sich entscheiden.Please consider all pros and cons before you decide.
  3. Er hat die Situation gründlich bedacht, bevor er gehandelt hat.He thoroughly considered the situation before he acted.

2.) "To take into account"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Man muss auch die Gefühle anderer bedenken.One must also consider the feelings of others.
  2. Haben Sie alle Faktoren bedenken?Have you considered all factors?
  3. Bei der Planung müssen wir das Budget bedenken.When planning, we must consider the budget.

3.) "To provide or endow"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er wurde in seinem Testament reichlich bedacht.He was amply remembered in his will.
  2. Die Stiftung hat die Schule mit neuen Computern bedacht.The foundation provided the school with new computers.
  3. Sie bedachte ihre Freunde mit kleinen Geschenken.She bestowed small gifts upon her friends.
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