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substitute in German

substitute in German is Ersatz, Auswechselspieler, Ersatzspieler — substitute means to use one thing or person in place of another.

substitute in German

Ersatz
noun
A replacement or stand-in for something that achieves a similar result or purpose.
Auswechselspieler
noun
(sports) A player who is available to replace another if the need arises, and who may or may not actually do so.
Ersatzspieler
noun
(sports) A player who is available to replace another if the need arises, and who may or may not actually do so.
Austauschspieler
noun
(sports) A player who is available to replace another if the need arises, and who may or may not actually do so.
ersetzen
verb
auswechseln
verb
(transitive, sports) To remove (a player) from the field of play and bring on another in his place.

What does "substitute" mean?

  1. verb To use one thing or person in place of another.
    "You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe."
  2. noun A person or thing used in place of another.
    "The teacher was out sick, so a substitute took the class."

substitute in a sentence

  • You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe.
  • The coach substituted a fresh striker for the tired one.
  • The teacher was out sick, so a substitute took the class.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "substitute" in German?

"substitute" in German is Ersatz, Auswechselspieler, Ersatzspieler. substitute means: To use one thing or person in place of another.

How do you use "substitute" in a sentence?

Example: "You can substitute honey for sugar in this recipe." In German, "substitute" is Ersatz, Auswechselspieler, Ersatzspieler.

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

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "substitute": Ersatz, Auswechselspieler, Ersatzspieler, Austauschspieler, ersetzen, auswechseln.

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