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elevate in German

elevate in German is erhöhen, anheben — elevate means to physically raise something to a higher position.

elevate in German

erhöhen
verb
(transitive) To raise (something) to a higher position.
anheben
verb
(transitive) To raise (something) to a higher position.
erhöhen
verb
(transitive) To increase the intensity or degree of (something).

What does "elevate" mean?

  1. verb To physically raise something to a higher position.
    "The doctor told him to elevate his leg to reduce the swelling."
  2. verb To raise someone's rank, status, or the quality of something.
    "The promotion elevated her to head of the department."

elevate in a sentence

  • The doctor told him to elevate his leg to reduce the swelling.
  • A hydraulic lift elevated the car so the mechanic could work underneath.
  • The promotion elevated her to head of the department.
  • A splash of saffron can elevate a simple rice dish.

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What is "elevate" in German?

"elevate" in German is erhöhen, anheben. elevate means: To physically raise something to a higher position.

How do you use "elevate" in a sentence?

Example: "The doctor told him to elevate his leg to reduce the swelling." In German, "elevate" is erhöhen, anheben.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "elevate": erhöhen, anheben.

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