English–German

“read out” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈleːzən/

Example

Der Moderator verliest die Namen der Gewinner.

The presenter reads out the names of the winners.

Illustration for verlesen (read out)

How to say “read out” in German

“Read out” in German is verlesen.

Names or results move from a written page into an official spoken announcement, with the relevant entries chosen from the list.

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

Example sentences with verlesen

Im Rathaus verliest der Bürgermeister die Ergebnisse.

The mayor reads out the results at city hall.

Tips for using verlesen

  • The prefix ver- is inseparable, so the present form is verliest rather than a separated form such as liest ... ver.

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