einfrieren
freeze
Etwas so stark abkühlen, dass es hart wird und nicht mehr schmilzt, zum Beispiel Lebensmittel im sehr kalten Fach eines Kühlschranks.
The German word "einfrieren" is a verb that means "to freeze". It is composed of the prefix "ein-", which can mean "in" or "into", and "frieren", which means "to freeze" or "to feel cold". "Einfrieren" is often used in contexts such as freezing food, freezing assets, or halting a process.
Similar words in German include:
- gefrieren (to freeze): Primarily refers to the physical process of freezing, typically relating to substances like water.
- frosten (to frost): Generally used less frequently and often refers to frost forming on surfaces.
Differences:
- Einfrieren vs Gefrieren: "Einfrieren" is more commonly used for intentional actions, such as preserving food or assets, while "gefrieren" refers to the natural or physical process of freezing, such as water turning to ice.
- Einfrieren vs Frosten: "Frosten" is not commonly used and has a very narrow usage primarily related to frost formation, whereas "einfrieren" can refer to a broader range of contexts, from food to financial assets.
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Examples
Du kannst das Gemüse einfach einfrieren.verb
You can simply freeze the vegetables.
Du musst die Suppe einfrieren, um sie länger haltbar zu machen.verb
You have to freeze the soup to make it last longer.
Lebensmittel halten länger, wenn man sie einfriert.verb
Food lasts longer if you freeze it.
Wasser kann bei Null Grad einfrieren.verb
Water can freeze at zero degrees.
Viele Menschen müssen im Winter Lebensmittel einfrieren.verb
Many people have to freeze food in winter.
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