Empfehlen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Empfehlen" is used as verb with the meaning of "recommend", "suggest" or "advise".

Essential properties of "empfehlen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: empfehlen
  • Simple past: empfahl
  • Participle: empfohlen

See full conjugation of empfehlen

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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 "empfehlen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To suggest something as suitable"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich kann dir dieses Buch sehr empfehlen.I can highly recommend this book to you.
  2. Der Arzt empfiehlt regelmäßige Bewegung.The doctor recommends regular exercise.
  3. Sie empfiehlt uns, frühzeitig zu buchen.She recommends us to book early.

2.) "To introduce someone favorably"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Professor empfiehlt seinen Studenten an andere Universitäten.The professor recommends his students to other universities.
  2. Er empfiehlt seine Freundin für den Job.He recommends his girlfriend for the job.
  3. Sie empfiehlt ihrem Chef einen neuen Lieferanten.She recommends a new supplier to her boss.

3.) "To suggest an action"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich empfehle dir, mehr Wasser zu trinken.I recommend you to drink more water.
  2. Der Lehrer empfiehlt den Schülern, täglich zu lesen.The teacher recommends the students to read daily.
  3. Sie empfiehlt, früh ins Bett zu gehen.She recommends going to bed early.
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