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inform in German

inform in German is informieren, denunzieren, benachrichtigen — inform means to tell someone about facts or a situation.

inform in German

informieren
verb
denunzieren
verb
To act as an informer; denounce.
informieren
verb
(transitive) To give form or character to; to inspire (with a given quality); to affect, influence (with a pervading principle, idea etc.).
benachrichtigen
verb
(transitive) To give form or character to; to inspire (with a given quality); to affect, influence (with a pervading principle, idea etc.).
mitteilen
verb
(transitive) To give form or character to; to inspire (with a given quality); to affect, influence (with a pervading principle, idea etc.).
Bescheid sagen
verb
(transitive) To give form or character to; to inspire (with a given quality); to affect, influence (with a pervading principle, idea etc.).

What does "inform" mean?

  1. verb To tell someone about facts or a situation.
    "The school will inform parents by email if the trip is cancelled."
  2. verb To shape or influence something, especially an idea or approach.
    "Local traditions inform the way the festival is planned each year."
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inform in a sentence

  • The school will inform parents by email if the trip is cancelled.
  • Please inform us of any changes to your address.
  • Local traditions inform the way the festival is planned each year.
  • Good research should inform your choice of university.

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What is "inform" in German?
"inform" in German is informieren, denunzieren, benachrichtigen. inform means: To tell someone about facts or a situation.
How do you use "inform" in a sentence?
Example: "The school will inform parents by email if the trip is cancelled." In German, "inform" is informieren, denunzieren, benachrichtigen.
Are there other ways to say "inform" in German?
Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "inform": informieren, denunzieren, benachrichtigen, mitteilen, Bescheid sagen.
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