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befreiung

German → American English

American English

liberation

Die Befreiung von etwas; der Vorgang oder das Ergebnis, frei gemacht zu werden.

Die Befreiung der Gefangenen wurde weltweit begrüßt.

Befreiung is a feminine noun; in German it is often used in political, legal, religious, or emotional contexts, while Befreiung von + dative means "release from" or "freedom from."

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Befreiung" mean in English?
"Befreiung" means "liberation" or "freedom from something" in English.
Is "Befreiung" the same as "Freiheit"?
Not exactly. "Freiheit" means "freedom" in a broader sense, while "Befreiung" emphasizes the act or process of being freed.
How do you use "Befreiung" in a sentence?
You can say: "Die Befreiung der Stadt dauerte mehrere Wochen." — "The liberation of the city took several weeks."
What case follows "Befreiung von"?
After "Befreiung von," use the dative case: "die Befreiung von der Angst."