Ersinnen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ersinnen" is used as verb with the meaning of "devise", "invent" or "conceive".

Essential properties of "ersinnen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: ersinnen
  • Simple past: ersann
  • Participle: ersonnen

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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 "ersinnen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To invent or devise something creatively"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat eine neue Geschichte ersonnen.He devised a new story.
  2. Sie ersinnt immer kreative Lösungen.She always devises creative solutions.
  3. Wir müssen einen Plan ersinnen.We need to devise a plan.

2.) "To plan or scheme something with a specific goal"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ersann einen komplizierten Plan.He devised a complicated plan.
  2. Sie ersinnt eine Strategie, um das Problem zu lösen.She devises a strategy to solve the problem.
  3. Wir ersinnen einen Weg, um das Ziel zu erreichen.We devise a way to achieve the goal.
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