Entspringen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Entspringen" is used as verb with the meaning of "originate", "spring from" or "arise from".

Essential properties of "entspringen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: entspringen
  • Simple past: entsprang
  • Participle: entsprungen

See full conjugation of entspringen

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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 "entspringen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To originate from"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Fluss entspringt in den Alpen.The river originates in the Alps.
  2. Viele Ideen entspringen aus kreativen Prozessen.Many ideas spring from creative processes.
  3. Das Problem entspringt einem Missverständnis.The problem arises from a misunderstanding.

2.) "To escape or evade"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Gefangene entsprang aus dem Gefängnis.The prisoner escaped from prison.
  2. Die Katze entspringt dem Garten.The cat escapes from the garden.
  3. Er entsprang der gefährlichen Situation.He escaped the dangerous situation.
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