German word

vermitteln

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈmɪtl̩n/

Meaning

  • verbconvey

Example

Die Lehrerin vermittelte das Wissen einfach und klar.

The teacher conveyed the knowledge simply and clearly.

Illustration for vermitteln (convey)

More examples

Im Gespräch sollte man klare Informationen vermitteln.

In conversation, one should convey clear information.

Core concept

A bridge carries knowledge or information from one person to another and can also connect two people.

Common phrases

  • Informationen vermitteln

    convey information

  • Kenntnisse vermitteln

    impart knowledge

  • einen Eindruck vermitteln

    convey an impression

Similar words

sagen: Stating facts or thoughts plainly in words.
erklären: Making something understandable by showing how it works or what causes it.
mitteilen: Providing someone with news or information.
beibringen: Helping someone learn a skill or gain knowledge.

Definition in German

vermitteln bedeutet, etwas (z. B. Informationen oder Kenntnisse) so weiterzugeben oder zu erklären, dass der Empfänger es versteht oder ein Kontakt entsteht.

Word origin

Vermitteln combines the prefix ver- with mittel, related to the idea of something being in the middle, and developed meanings of mediation and transmission.

Usage tips

  • In 'jemandem etwas vermitteln,' the recipient is in the dative and the content is in the accusative.

Other meanings

  • teachverb
  • mediateverb

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