unterstreichen
Translation
to underline, to underscore, to emphasize, to highlight
Examples
Bitte unterstreichen Sie die wichtigen Wörter.
Please underline the important words.
Der Redner unterstrich die Bedeutung des Projekts.
The speaker emphasized the importance of the project.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to underline/emphasize (sth.) The speaker underlined his main argument.
Similar Words
Synonyms: betonen, hervorheben; Antonyms: abschwächen, relativieren
Etymology
From 'unter-' (under) and 'streichen' (to strike, draw a line). Literally 'to draw a line under'.
Memory Tips
Visualize drawing a line ('Strich') under ('unter') a word to highlight it, which directly connects to its meaning of 'to emphasize'.