dar|stellen
Translation
to represent, to portray, to constitute, to depict
Examples
Der Film stellt die Ereignisse dar.
The film depicts the events.
Das stellt ein großes Problem dar.
That constitutes a big problem.
Er stellt den König auf der Bühne dar.
He portrays the king on stage.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) darstellen to represent/depict (sth.acc) The painting depicts a historical scene.
((et4)) darstellen to constitute (sth.acc) This represents a great opportunity.
Similar Words
repräsentieren (to represent), zeigen (to show), bedeuten (to mean)
Etymology
A separable verb from 'dar-' (forth) and 'stellen' (to place). It means 'to place forth' for display.
Memory Tips
Don't forget the separable prefix 'dar-' goes to the end. Imagine 'placing' ('stellen') an idea out 'there' ('dar') for others to see.