definieren
Translation
to define
Examples
Kannst du dieses Wort definieren?
Can you define this word?
Wir müssen unsere Ziele klar definieren.
We must define our goals clearly.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to define (sth.) Kannst du dieses Wort definieren?
((et4)) ((as sth.)) to define (sth.) as (sth.) One defines happiness as a state of contentment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bestimmen (to determine), festlegen (to establish), erklären (to explain)
Etymology
From Latin 'definire' (to limit, determine), from 'de-' (off, away) + 'finire' (to finish, end).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English 'define'. The connection to 'definition' is very clear.