Erleichtern Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Erleichtern" is used as verb with the meaning of "to ease", "to facilitate" or "to lighten".

Essential properties of "erleichtern"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: erleichtern
  • Simple past: erleichterte
  • Participle: erleichtert

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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 "erleichtern" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make easier or lighten a burden/situation"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die neue Software soll die Arbeit der Angestellten erleichtern.The new software is intended to make the employees' work easier.
  2. Wir müssen Wege finden, um den Prozess zu erleichtern.We need to find ways to facilitate the process.
  3. Die Medikamente sollen die Schmerzen erleichtern.The medication is supposed to relieve the pain.

2.) "To alleviate a burden or provide relief"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die gute Nachricht hat ihr Gemüt erleichtert.The good news has lightened her mood.
  2. Tiefes Durchatmen kann Stress erleichtern.Deep breathing can relieve stress.
  3. Die Massage hat seine Rückenschmerzen erleichtert.The massage has eased his back pain.
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