umsetzen/ˈʊmˌzɛt͡sn̩/to implement; to convert; to realize
umsetzen is a German verb that means to implement, to convert, or to realize. It is pronounced /ˈʊmˌzɛt͡sn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "setzte um" and the past participle is "umgesetzt".
Definitions
1.to put something into practice; to implement or realize ideas, plans, etc.(carry out/realize)
a.to execute something planned or decided
Wir müssen die neuen Vorschläge schnellstmöglich umsetzen.—We have to implement the new proposals as soon as possible.
2.to convert something from one state to another(convert/change form)
a.to transform substance or form
Bei der Photosynthese wird Lichtenergie in chemische Energie umgesetzt.—In photosynthesis, light energy is converted into chemical energy.
3.to move a person or object to another place or position (usually separable prefix)(move someone/something)
a.to move to another seat/place
Könnten Sie bitte auf einen anderen Platz umgesetzt werden?—Could you please be moved to another seat?
Conjugation
| Infinitive | umsetzen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | setze um |
| Present (du) | setzt um |
| Present (er/sie/es) | setzt um |
| Preterite (ich) | setzte um |
| Participle II | umgesetzt |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | setzte um |
| Imperative (singular) | setze um |
| Imperative (plural) | setzt um |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "umsetzen" mean in English?
- "umsetzen" means to implement, to convert, or to realize. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "umsetzen"?
- "umsetzen" is pronounced /ˈʊmˌzɛt͡sn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "umsetzen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "umsetzen" is "umgesetzt", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "umsetzen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "umsetzen" becomes "setzte um" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "umsetzen"?
- "umsetzen" is a verb in German.
