Bestimmen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Bestimmen" is used as verb with the meaning of "determine", "decide" or "establish".

Essential properties of "bestimmen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: bestimmen
  • Simple past: bestimmte
  • Participle: bestimmt

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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 "bestimmen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To decide or establish something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Chef wird morgen bestimmen, wer befördert wird.The boss will determine tomorrow who will be promoted.
  2. Wir müssen noch bestimmen, wann wir in den Urlaub fahren.We still need to decide when we will go on vacation.
  3. Das Gesetz bestimmt, dass alle Bürger gleich behandelt werden müssen.The law stipulates that all citizens must be treated equally.

2.) "To identify or recognize"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Können Sie die Pflanze bestimmen?Can you identify the plant?
  2. Der Experte konnte die Ursache des Problems schnell bestimmen.The expert could quickly determine the cause of the problem.
  3. Es ist schwierig, das Alter des Fossils genau bestimmen.It is difficult to accurately determine the age of the fossil.

3.) "To influence or control"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sein Verhalten wird von seinen Erfahrungen bestimmt.His behavior is determined by his experiences.
  2. Die Nachfrage bestimmt den Preis auf dem freien Markt.Demand determines the price on the free market.
  3. Genetische Faktoren bestimmen oft die Augenfarbe eines Menschen.Genetic factors often determine a person's eye color.
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