entfalten
Translation
to unfold, to develop, to display
Examples
Die Blume entfaltet langsam ihre Blätter.
The flower slowly unfolds its petals.
Hier können Kinder ihre Talente entfalten.
Here, children can develop their talents.
Er entfaltete den Brief und las ihn.
He unfolded the letter and read it.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to unfold/develop sth. She unfolded her talents.
sich to unfold, to develop (oneself) His personality has fully developed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ausbreiten, entwickeln; Antonyms: falten, zusammenlegen
Etymology
From the prefix ent- (indicating reversal) + falten (to fold). Literally 'to un-fold'.
Memory Tips
Literally 'un-fold'. Think of unfolding a map, or a flower unfolding its petals, or a person developing their potential.