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classify in German

classify in German is klassifizieren, einordnen, einstufen — classify means to sort into groups or categories based on shared traits.

classify in German

klassifizieren
verb
to identify by or divide into classes; to categorize
einordnen
verb
to identify by or divide into classes; to categorize
einstufen
verb
to identify by or divide into classes; to categorize
unterteilen
verb
to identify by or divide into classes; to categorize
als vertraulich / geheim einstufen
verb
to declare something a secret, especially a government secret

What does "classify" mean?

  1. verb To sort into groups or categories based on shared traits.
    "Scientists classify sharks as fish, not mammals."
  2. verb To officially mark information as secret.
    "The government chose to classify the report."

classify in a sentence

  • Scientists classify sharks as fish, not mammals.
  • The government chose to classify the report.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "classify" in German?

"classify" in German is klassifizieren, einordnen, einstufen. classify means: To sort into groups or categories based on shared traits.

How do you use "classify" in a sentence?

Example: "Scientists classify sharks as fish, not mammals." In German, "classify" is klassifizieren, einordnen, einstufen.

Are there other ways to say "classify" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "classify": klassifizieren, einordnen, einstufen, unterteilen, als vertraulich / geheim einstufen.

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