Dämpfen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Dämpfen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to dampen", "to dim" or "to muffle".

Essential properties of "dämpfen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: dämpfen
  • Simple past: dämpfte
  • Participle: gedämpft

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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 "dämpfen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To reduce intensity (sound, light)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er versuchte, den Lärm zu dämpfen.He tried to dampen the noise.
  2. Die Vorhänge dämpfen das Licht im Raum.The curtains dim the light in the room.
  3. Sie wollte ihre Stimme dämpfen, um niemanden zu stören.She wanted to lower her voice so as not to disturb anyone.

2.) "To cook food by steaming"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Gemüse kann man schonend dämpfen.Vegetables can be gently steamed.
  2. Er dämpft den Fisch, um den Geschmack zu bewahren.He steams the fish to preserve the flavor.
  3. Sie dämpft die Kartoffeln für das Abendessen.She steams the potatoes for dinner.

3.) "Reduce intensity of emotions/expectations"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Nachricht dämpfte seine Freude.The news dampened his joy.
  2. Sie dämpfte ihre Erwartungen, um nicht enttäuscht zu werden.She curbed her expectations so as not to be disappointed.
  3. Er dämpfte seine Wut, um rational zu bleiben.He tempered his anger to remain rational.
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