verführen
seduce · tempt
The German word "verführen" is a verb that means "to seduce" or "to lure". It is derived from the prefix "ver" and the verb "führen," which means "to lead". "Verführen" typically implies leading someone into a particular direction, often with a connotation of temptation or charm that may lead someone away from a better choice or judgment.
Similar words in German include "anlocken" (to entice), "überreden" (to persuade), and "verleiten" (to mislead or tempt).
The difference between "verführen" and these similar words is primarily in their connotations; "verführen" has a stronger implication of seduction or temptation, whereas "anlocken" focuses on attracting or drawing someone in, and "überreden" emphasizes convincing someone to do something.
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Examples
Du darfst dich nicht verführen lassen.verb
You must not let yourself be seduced.
Er versucht, sie mit seinem Charme zu verführen.verb
He is trying to seduce her with his charm.
Die süßen Torten verführten die Gäste sofort.verb
The sweet cakes tempted the guests immediately.
Welche Düfte verführen dich am meisten?verb
Which scents seduce you the most?
Der Verkäufer verführte ihn zum unnötigen Kauf.verb
The salesman tempted him into making an unnecessary purchase.
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