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launch in German

launch in German is Start, Barkasse, lancieren — launch means to send something (a rocket, ship, or projectile) into motion, often forcefully.

launch in German

Start
noun
The act or fact of launching (a ship/vessel, a project, a new book, etc.).
Barkasse
noun
(nautical) An open boat of any size powered by steam, petrol, electricity, etc.
lancieren
verb
(transitive) To throw (a projectile such as a lance, dart or ball); to hurl; to propel with force.
abschießen
verb
(transitive) To throw (a projectile such as a lance, dart or ball); to hurl; to propel with force.
starten
verb
(transitive) To send out; to start (someone) on a mission or project; to give a start to (something); to put in operation
öffnen
verb
(transitive) To send out; to start (someone) on a mission or project; to give a start to (something); to put in operation

What does "launch" mean?

  1. verb To send something (a rocket, ship, or projectile) into motion, often forcefully.
    "NASA launched the satellite into orbit early this morning."
  2. verb To start something new, such as a business, product, or campaign.
    "The company launched its new app to mixed reviews."
  3. noun The act of starting or introducing something new, or of sending a vessel or rocket into motion.
    "Thousands watched the rocket launch live online."
  4. noun A large motorboat, especially one used to ferry people to and from a larger ship.
    "A small launch carried passengers from the cruise ship to the harbor."

launch in a sentence

  • NASA launched the satellite into orbit early this morning.
  • The shipyard launched the new ferry with a bottle of champagne against its bow.
  • The company launched its new app to mixed reviews.
  • Thousands watched the rocket launch live online.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "launch" in German?

"launch" in German is Start, Barkasse, lancieren. launch means: To send something (a rocket, ship, or projectile) into motion, often forcefully.

How do you use "launch" in a sentence?

Example: "NASA launched the satellite into orbit early this morning." In German, "launch" is Start, Barkasse, lancieren.

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

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "launch": Start, Barkasse, lancieren, abschießen, starten, öffnen.

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