Ranken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ranken" is mainly used as verb meaning "to twine", "to climb" or "to creep". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Ranken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: ranken
  • Simple past: rankte
  • Participle: gerankt

See full conjugation of ranken

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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 Noun

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Ranke
  • Plural: die Ranken

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To grow by climbing or intertwining (plant)"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Efeu beginnt, sich um den Baum zu ranken.The ivy begins to twine around the tree.
  2. Die Bohnen ranken sich um die Stangen.The beans twine around the poles.
  3. Die Rosen ranken an der Mauer entlang.The roses climb along the wall.

2.) "A climbing or twining part of a plant"

"Ranken", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Ranken der Pflanze sind sehr stark.The tendrils of the plant are very strong.
  2. Diese Ranken können sich schnell ausbreiten.These tendrils can spread quickly.
  3. Die Ranken haben die Mauer bedeckt.The tendrils have covered the wall.
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