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absondern
German → American English
American English
separate
Etwas von etwas anderem trennen oder eine Flüssigkeit, ein Sekret oder eine Substanz abgeben.
Die Haut sondert Schweiß ab.Absondern is often used in a more technical, biological, or formal sense, especially for producing or emitting a substance. In everyday German, trennen or abtrennen is usually more common when people or things are being separated.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "absondern" mean in English?
"Absondern" usually means "to separate," "to secrete," or "to emit," depending on context.
Is "absondern" the same as "trennen"?
Not exactly. "Trennen" is the more general word for "to separate," while "absondern" is often more specific or formal, especially in scientific contexts.
How do you use "absondern" in a sentence?
Example: "Die Drüse sondert ein Sekret ab." In English: "The gland secretes a substance."