Stellvertretend Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Stellvertretend" is mainly used as adverb meaning "representatively", "on behalf of" or "in place of". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "stellvertretend"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Acting on behalf of someone/something"

"Stellvertretend", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er sprach stellvertretend für die gesamte Belegschaft.He spoke on behalf of the entire staff.
  2. Sie nahm stellvertretend für ihren Chef an der Konferenz teil.She attended the conference on behalf of her boss.
  3. Der Vizepräsident stellvertretend übernahm die Aufgaben des erkrankten Präsidenten.The Vice President, acting on behalf of the ailing President, took over his duties.

2.) "Acting as a substitute or deputy"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der stellvertretende Direktor leitete die Sitzung.The deputy director led the meeting.
  2. Sie wurde zur stellvertretenden Vorsitzenden gewählt.She was elected as the deputy chairwoman.
  3. In seiner stellvertretenden Funktion traf er wichtige Entscheidungen.In his deputy capacity, he made important decisions.
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