umsetzen/ˈʊmˌzɛt͡sn̩/to implement; to convert; to transfer
umsetzen is a German verb that means to implement, to convert, or to transfer. It is pronounced /ˈʊmˌzɛt͡sn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "setzte um" and the past participle is "umgesetzt".
Definitions
1.to implement or put into practice(realization of plans or ideas)
a.to carry out plans, decisions, or ideas
Die neue Strategie wurde erfolgreich umgesetzt.—The new strategy was successfully implemented.
2.to convert or change something into another form(change or transformation)
a.to transform something from one state to another
Die Energie wird in Strom umgesetzt.—The energy is converted into electricity.
3.to move or transfer someone/something(physical transfer)
a.to move someone to another place (e.g., seat, position)
Der Schüler wurde in eine andere Klasse umgesetzt.—The student was transferred to another class.
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 transfer. 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.
