English–German

“rename” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʊmbəˌnɛnən/

Example

Ich benenne die Datei um.

I rename the file.

Illustration for umbenennen (rename)

How to say “rename” in German

“Rename” in German is umbenennen.

The same thing keeps its identity while its identifying name is replaced.

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

Example sentences with umbenennen

Kannst du den Benutzernamen umbenennen?

Can you rename the username?

Tips for using umbenennen

  • Benennen can assign or designate a name, whereas umbenennen specifically changes a name that already exists.

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