Entfalten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Entfalten" is used as verb with the meaning of "to unfold", "to develop" or "to deploy".

Essential properties of "entfalten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: entfalten
  • Simple past: entfaltete
  • Participle: entfaltet

See full conjugation of entfalten

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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 "entfalten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To unfold, spread out, or develop something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie entfaltete vorsichtig die alte Landkarte.She carefully unfolded the old map.
  2. Die Blume begann langsam ihre Blütenblätter zu entfalten.The flower slowly began to unfold its petals.
  3. Er entfaltete das Papier und las die Nachricht.He unfolded the paper and read the message.

2.) "To fully develop or manifest a quality, talent, or skill"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie konnte ihr Talent als Künstlerin voll entfalten.She could fully develop her talent as an artist.
  2. Das Kind begann, seine Persönlichkeit zu entfalten.The child began to develop its personality.
  3. In diesem Beruf kann er seine Fähigkeiten optimal entfalten.In this profession, he can optimally develop his skills.

3.) "To exert an effect or influence"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die neue Technologie begann ihre Wirkung zu entfalten.The new technology began to unfold its effect.
  2. Das Medikament entfaltete langsam seine heilende Wirkung.The medication slowly unfolded its healing effect.
  3. Seine Ideen begannen sich in der Gesellschaft zu entfalten.His ideas began to unfold in society.
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