Verfassen — meaning in English
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English meaning
- compose verb To make up or form the parts of something.
- constitution noun A document setting out the fundamental laws and principles that govern a country or organization.
- draft noun An early, unfinished version of a piece of writing.
- indite verb To physically make (letters and words) on a writing surface; to inscribe.
- pen noun A handheld tool used for writing or drawing with ink.
- write verb To form letters, words, or symbols on a surface in order to record or communicate information.
Senses
Verfassen is used for these senses in English:
- compose (transitive, or, intransitive) To construct by mental labor; to think up; particularly, to produce or create a literary or musical work.
- constitution The act, or process of setting something up, or establishing something; the composition or structure of such a thing; its makeup.
- draft (transitive) To write a first version; to make a preliminary sketch.
- indite (obsolete) To indict (someone); to accuse; to censure.
- pen (transitive) To write (an article, a book, etc.).
- write (transitive) To be the author of (a book, article, poem, etc.).
compose — full definition
- verb To make up or form the parts of something.
- verb To create a piece of music or writing.
- verb To calm oneself or bring one's emotions under control.
constitution — full definition
- noun A document setting out the fundamental laws and principles that govern a country or organization.
- noun A person's physical or mental makeup, especially their overall health and resilience.