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“prompt” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈanˌʁeːgn̩/

Example

Die Nachricht regt ihn an, sofort zu handeln.

The news prompted him to act immediately.

Illustration for anregen (prompt)

How to say “prompt” in German

“Prompt” in German is anregen.

A small outside impulse sets a person or thought into motion.

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

Example sentences with anregen

Der Artikel regt Leser an, ihre Meinung zu überdenken.

The article prompts readers to reconsider their opinions.

Tips for using anregen

  • In a finite main clause, anregen separates, as in Die Nachricht regt ihn an; the pattern jemanden zu etwas anregen introduces the resulting action.

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