Eindringen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Eindringen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to penetrate", "to intrude" or "to break in".

Essential properties of "eindringen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: eindringen
  • Simple past: drang ein
  • Participle: eingedrungen

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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 "eindringen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To penetrate or enter forcibly or without authorization"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Diebe versuchten, in das Haus einzudringen.The thieves tried to break into the house.
  2. Wasser begann, in den Keller einzudringen.Water began to penetrate the basement.
  3. Die Polizei musste in die Wohnung eindringen, um den Verdächtigen festzunehmen.The police had to break into the apartment to arrest the suspect.

2.) "To deeply understand a complex topic or concept"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er versuchte, tiefer in die Materie einzudringen.He tried to delve deeper into the subject matter.
  2. Um das Problem zu lösen, müssen wir tiefer eindringen.To solve the problem, we need to delve deeper.
  3. Die Forscher wollen weiter in die Geheimnisse des Universums eindringen.The researchers want to delve further into the secrets of the universe.

3.) "To deeply affect or influence something/someone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kälte begann, in seine Knochen einzudringen.The cold began to penetrate his bones.
  2. Der Geruch von frischem Kaffee drang in den Raum ein.The smell of fresh coffee permeated the room.
  3. Seine Worte drangen tief in ihr Herz ein.His words deeply penetrated her heart.
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