verb
umgestalten
redesign
The German word "umgestalten" is a verb meaning "to reshape," "to redesign," or "to remodeling."
- It is composed of "um" (prefix meaning "around" or "re-" indicating change) and "gestalten" (verb meaning "to shape" or "to form").
Similar words:
- "verändern" (to change)
- "umbauen" (to rebuild, remodel)
- "neu gestalten" (to design anew)
Differences:
- "Umgestalten" focuses specifically on reshaping or redesigning the form or structure.
- "Verändern" is more general for any kind of change.
- "Umbauen" usually refers to physical rebuilding or construction.
- "Neu gestalten" emphasizes creating a new design but less on transformation from the existing shape.
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Examples
Wir wollen den Garten komplett umgestalten.verb
We want to completely redesign the garden.
Nach der Beratung hat der Architekt das Büro umgestaltet.verb
After the consultation, the architect redesigned the office.
Wann wird die Regierung die alten Regeln umgestalten?verb
When will the government redesign the old rules?
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