superimpose in German

superimpose in German is überlagern, auf etwas setzen, auflegen — superimpose means to put one thing on top of another so that both can still be seen.

superimpose in German

überlagern

verb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

auf etwas setzen

verb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

auflegen

verb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

aufsetzen

verb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

daraufsetzen

verb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

darüberlegen

verb

To place an object over another object, usually in such a way that both will be visible.

What does "superimpose" mean?

verb To put one thing on top of another so that both can still be seen.
"He superimposed the company logo over the image."
verb To build one structural system on top of another without it depending on what lies beneath.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

superimpose in a sentence

He superimposed the company logo over the image.
It involves superimposing broken English written in multi-coloured Comic Sans on to pictures of shiba inus, a small Japanese breed of dog known for its spirited stubbornness.

Similar words in German

superpose

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "superimpose" in German?

"superimpose" in German is überlagern, auf etwas setzen, auflegen. superimpose means: To put one thing on top of another so that both can still be seen.

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

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "superimpose": überlagern, auf etwas setzen, auflegen, aufsetzen, daraufsetzen, darüberlegen.

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