English–German

“help shape” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmɪtgəˌʃtaltən/

Example

Wir gestalten unsere Zukunft mit.

We are helping shape our future.

Illustration for mitgestalten (help shape)

How to say “help shape” in German

“Help shape” in German is mitgestalten.

A group turns a blank blueprint into a joint design, with each person's contribution changing the result.

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

Example sentences with mitgestalten

Freiwillige können an der Planung mitgestalten.

Volunteers can help shape the planning.

Tips for using mitgestalten

  • In a subordinate clause, the infinitive remains together, as in dass wir unsere Zukunft mitgestalten, unlike the split form in a main clause.

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