Zieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Zieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "adorn", "decorate" or "embellish".

Essential properties of "zieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: zieren
  • Simple past: zierte
  • Participle: geziert

See full conjugation of zieren

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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 "zieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To decorate or embellish"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Weihnachtsbaum ist mit Lichtern und Kugeln ziert.The Christmas tree is adorned with lights and baubles.
  2. Die Wände des Palastes sind mit Fresken ziert.The walls of the palace are adorned with frescoes.
  3. Sie ziert das Geschenk mit einer schönen Schleife.She adorns the gift with a beautiful ribbon.

2.) "To act coy or feign shyness"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ziert sich, vor der Klasse zu sprechen.He is reluctant to speak in front of the class.
  2. Sie ziert sich, das Geschenk anzunehmen.She is reluctant to accept the gift.
  3. Er ziert sich, die Wahrheit zu sagen.He is reluctant to tell the truth.
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