Rauben Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Rauben" is used as verb with the meaning of "to rob", "to steal" or "to plunder".

Essential properties of "rauben"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: rauben
  • Simple past: raubte
  • Participle: geraubt

See full conjugation of rauben

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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 "rauben" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To take something violently/deceptively"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Diebe haben ihm das Auto geraubt.The thieves robbed him of his car.
  2. Der Einbrecher raubte wertvollen Schmuck.The burglar stole valuable jewelry.
  3. Sie raubten ihm seine Freiheit.They robbed him of his freedom.

2.) "To deprive of intangible things (e.g., sleep, peace)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Lärm raubt mir den Schlaf.The noise robs me of my sleep.
  2. Die Sorgen rauben ihm den Frieden.The worries rob him of his peace.
  3. Die Arbeit raubt ihr die Energie.The work robs her of her energy.
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