Ergeben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ergeben" is mainly used as verb meaning "to result in", "to yield" or "to show". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "ergeben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: ergeben
  • Simple past: ergab
  • Participle: ergeben

See full conjugation of ergeben

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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.

Properties as Adjective

Regular
  • Comparative: ergebener
  • Superlative: am ergebensten

Meanings of "ergeben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To produce or result in something"

"Ergeben", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Untersuchung ergab keine neuen Erkenntnisse.The investigation yielded no new insights.
  2. Diese Methode ergibt bessere Resultate.This method produces better results.
  3. Die Berechnung ergab einen Gewinn von 1000 Euro.The calculation resulted in a profit of 1000 Euros.
  4. Die Analyse ergibt einen klaren Vorteil.The analysis shows a clear advantage.

2.) "To surrender or give up"

"Ergeben", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Soldaten ergaben sich nach langer Belagerung.The soldiers surrendered after a long siege.
  2. Er ergab sich seinem Schicksal.He surrendered to his fate.
  3. Die Festung ergab sich ohne Kampf.The fortress surrendered without a fight.

3.) "Loyal, faithful, or devoted"

"Ergeben", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist ein ergebener Diener des Königs.He is a devoted servant of the king.
  2. Sie war ihrem Mann stets ergeben.She was always devoted to her husband.
  3. Die ergebenen Anhänger folgten ihrem Anführer.The devoted followers followed their leader.
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