Verwurzeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Verwurzeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "to root", "to take root" or "to become established".

Essential properties of "verwurzeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: verwurzeln
  • Simple past: verwurzelte
  • Participle: verwurzelt

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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 "verwurzeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To establish firmly in a place or situation"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Baum hat sich tief im Boden verwurzelt.The tree has deeply rooted itself in the ground.
  2. Nach Jahren in der Stadt hat er sich dort verwurzelt.After years in the city, he has become established there.
  3. Die Traditionen sind tief in der Kultur verwurzelt.The traditions are deeply rooted in the culture.

2.) "To take root in the ground"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Pflanzen verwurzeln schnell in diesem Boden.The plants quickly take root in this soil.
  2. Um zu überleben, müssen die Setzlinge verwurzeln.To survive, the seedlings must take root.
  3. Die Blumen verwurzeln besser in feuchtem Boden.The flowers root better in moist soil.
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