English–German

“characterize” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/kaʁakteʁiˈziːʁən/

Example

Die Jury charakterisierte das Werk als originell.

The jury characterized the work as original.

Illustration for charakterisieren (characterize)

How to say “characterize” in German

“Characterize” in German is charakterisieren.

A recognizable profile emerges as defining traits are assigned to a person, work, or thing.

Full entry for charakterisieren: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with charakterisieren

Man kann einen Stil durch bestimmte Merkmale charakterisieren.

One can characterize a style by certain features.

Tips for using charakterisieren

  • Charakterisieren often sounds more analytical or formal than the broader everyday verb beschreiben.

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