verb

suppress

unterdrücken

To prevent something from being seen, expressed, or happening by using force or self-control.

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Examples

He tried to suppress his laughter.verb

Er versuchte, sein Lachen zu unterdrücken.

She tried to suppress a smile during the meeting.verb

Sie versuchte, ein Lächeln während der Besprechung zu unterdrücken.

He could not suppress a giggle.verb

Er konnte ein Kichern nicht unterdrücken.

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