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“postponed” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈʃoːbən/

Example

Der Termin ist verschoben.

The appointment has been postponed.

Illustration for verschoben (postponed)

How to say “postponed” in German

“Postponed” in German is verschoben.

A scheduled event is shifted out of its original time slot to a different one, like an object moved from its original place.

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

Example sentences with verschoben

Die Versammlung ist auf unbestimmte Zeit verschoben.

The meeting is postponed indefinitely.

Tips for using verschoben

  • A verschobener Termin still exists at a different time, whereas ein abgesagter Termin no longer takes place.

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