verb
unterwerfen
submit
Jemanden dazu bringen, zu gehorchen oder sich anzupassen, oft mit Druck oder Gewalt.
The German word "unterwerfen" is a verb meaning "to subject," "to subjugate," or "to surrender".
- Made of:
- "unter" (under, beneath)
- "werfen" (to throw)
Similar words:
- "bezwingen" (to conquer)
- "unterdrücken" (to oppress)
- "sich ergeben" (to surrender oneself)
Difference:
- "unterwerfen" emphasizes the act of bringing someone or something under control or authority, often by force or submission.
- "bezwingen" focuses more on defeating or conquering.
- "unterdrücken" implies oppression or suppression, often with cruelty.
- "sich ergeben" specifically means to surrender, usually voluntarily, while "unterwerfen" can imply coercion.
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Examples
Sie muss sich keinem Urteil unterwerfen.verb
She does not have to submit to any judgment.
Jeder muss den Regeln folgen, ohne sich ihnen zu unterwerfen.verb
Everyone must follow the rules without submitting to them.
Die Soldaten unterwarfen sich den Befehlen des Generals.verb
The soldiers submitted to the general's orders.
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