abstain in German
abstain in German is enthalten, verzichten, abhalten — abstain means to deliberately not take part in something, especially eating, drinking, or voting.
abstain in German
enthalten
(intransitive) Refrain from (something or doing something); keep from doing, especially an indulgence. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
verzichten
(intransitive) Refrain from (something or doing something); keep from doing, especially an indulgence. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
abhalten
(transitive, obsolete) Hinder; keep back; withhold. [Attested from the early 16th century until the mid 17th century.]
What does "abstain" mean?
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verb To deliberately not take part in something, especially eating, drinking, or voting.
"He decided to abstain from alcohol during training."
abstain in a sentence
- He decided to abstain from alcohol during training.
- Two council members chose to abstain rather than vote.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "abstain" in German?
"abstain" in German is enthalten, verzichten, abhalten. abstain means: To deliberately not take part in something, especially eating, drinking, or voting.
How do you use "abstain" in a sentence?
Example: "He decided to abstain from alcohol during training." In German, "abstain" is enthalten, verzichten, abhalten.
Are there other ways to say "abstain" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "abstain": enthalten, verzichten, abhalten.
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