umtaufen
rechristen · rename
The German word "umtaufen" is a verb that means "to rename" or "to re-baptize". It is composed of the prefix "um" (which suggests a change or transformation) and "taufen" (which means "to baptize" or "to name").
Similar words in German include "ennennen" (to name) and "umbenennen" (to rename). The difference is that "umtaufen" often implies a specific act of giving a new name, possibly with a formal or ceremonial context, whereas "umbenennen" might not carry the same connotation and can be used simply for changing a name without additional context.
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Examples
Sie möchte ihr neues Boot umtaufen.verb
She wants to rechristen her new boat.
Die Besitzer haben das Café umgetauft.Word type unavailable
The owners have renamed the café.
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