overturn in German
overturn in German is überschlagen, aufheben, verwerfen — overturn means to flip something over, or to cause a vehicle to roll onto its side or roof.
overturn in German
überschlagen
(ambitransitive) To turn over, capsize or upset.
aufheben
(legal, transitive) To reverse (a decision); to overrule or rescind.
verwerfen
(legal, transitive) To reverse (a decision); to overrule or rescind.
What does "overturn" mean?
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verb To flip something over, or to cause a vehicle to roll onto its side or roof.
"The boat overturned in the storm."
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verb To reverse an official decision, ruling, or law.
"The appeals court overturned the earlier verdict."
overturn in a sentence
- The boat overturned in the storm.
- The lorry overturned on the icy road.
- The appeals court overturned the earlier verdict.
- Parliament voted to overturn the previous ruling.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "overturn" in German?
"overturn" in German is überschlagen, aufheben, verwerfen. overturn means: To flip something over, or to cause a vehicle to roll onto its side or roof.
How do you use "overturn" in a sentence?
Example: "The boat overturned in the storm." In German, "overturn" is überschlagen, aufheben, verwerfen.
Are there other ways to say "overturn" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "overturn": überschlagen, aufheben, verwerfen.
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