Vertreten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Vertreten" is used as verb with the meaning of "represent", "stand for" or "act for".

Essential properties of "vertreten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: vertreten
Simple past: vertrat
Participle: vertreten

irregulartransitive

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 "vertreten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To represent or act on behalf of"

Definition: "To represent or act on behalf of someone or something."
Translation(s): represent, stand for, act for
Synonym(s): Repräsentieren, Darstellen, Ersetzen
Related word(s): Vertretung, Stellvertretung

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Anwalt vertritt seinen Mandanten vor Gericht.The lawyer represents his client in court.
Während ihrer Abwesenheit vertritt sie ihr Kollege.During her absence, her colleague represents her.
Die Botschafterin vertritt die Interessen ihres Landes.The ambassador represents the interests of her country.

2.) "To defend or uphold an opinion"

Definition: "To defend or uphold an opinion or position."
Translation(s): advocate, defend, uphold, represent (an opinion)
Synonym(s): verfechten, behaupten, eintreten für
Antonym(s): ablehnen
Related word(s): Standpunkt, Meinung

📝 Some usage examples:

Er vertritt eine kontroverse Meinung zu diesem Thema.He advocates a controversial opinion on this topic.
Die Partei vertritt die Interessen der Arbeiter.The party represents the interests of the workers.
Sie vertritt den Standpunkt, dass Reformen notwendig sind.She upholds the view that reforms are necessary.

3.) "To represent or distribute products for sale"

Definition: "To distribute or sell products as a representative."
Translation(s): represent, distribute, sell, market
Synonym(s): verkaufen, vertreiben
Related word(s): Vertrieb, Verkauf

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Unternehmen vertritt bekannte Marken in Europa.The company represents well-known brands in Europe.
Er vertritt diese Produktlinie seit vielen Jahren.He has been representing this product line for many years.
Sie vertritt die Firma auf der internationalen Messe.She represents the company at the international fair.

4.) "To stretch one's legs"

Definition: "To stretch or move one's legs to relieve numbness."
Translation(s): stretch one's legs, move one's legs, walk around
Synonym(s): ausstrecken, bewegen
Related word(s): Bewegung, Dehnung

📝 Some usage examples:

Nach langem Sitzen muss ich meine Beine vertreten.After long sitting, I have to stretch my legs.
Lass uns eine Pause machen und uns die Füße vertreten.Let's take a break and stretch our legs.
Er stand auf, um sich die Beine vertreten.He stood up to stretch his legs.

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