mit|gestalten
Translation
to help shape, to co-design, to participate in shaping
Examples
Bürger können die Zukunft ihrer Stadt mitgestalten.
Citizens can help shape the future of their city.
Wir laden Sie ein, das Programm mitzugestalten.
We invite you to help shape the programme.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.acc)) to help shape sth. Citizens can help shape the future of their city.
Similar Words
mitwirken (to participate), mitformen (to co-form), beeinflussen (to influence)
Etymology
From 'mit-' (with, along) and 'gestalten' (to shape, to design). Literally 'to shape with' or 'to design together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'gestalten' (to design/shape, like Gestalt psychology) and 'mit' (with). You are designing or shaping something *with* others.