schmücken
decorate
Etwas schöner machen, indem man zum Beispiel bunte Dinge daran hängt oder darauf legt.
The German word "schmücken" is a verb that means "to decorate" or "to adorn". It is derived from the noun "Schmuck," which means "jewelry" or "decoration." "Schmücken" involves enhancing the appearance of something by adding ornaments or embellishments to it.
Similar words in German include "dekorieren" (to decorate), "verschönern" (to beautify), and "zierden" (to adorn).
Differences:
- Dekorieren often implies artistic decoration, while schmücken can be used in a more general, formal context.
- Verschönern focuses on making something more beautiful rather than purely decorative.
- Zieren can denote both decorative and ornamental aspects but may convey a slightly more elegant touch compared to "schmücken."
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Examples
Wir schmücken den Baum für Weihnachten.verb
We decorate the tree for Christmas.
Die Kinder schmücken das Zimmer für die Party.verb
The children decorate the room for the party.
Sie schmücken das Haus mit Lichtern.verb
They decorate the house with lights.
Kinder schmücken jeden Winter den Baum im Garten.verb
Children decorate the tree in the garden every winter.
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