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befreien
German → American English
American English
free
to free; to liberate; to release someone or something from something
Die Feuerwehr befreite die Katze aus dem Baum.Befreien is often used with a direct object and an added phrase like von etwas (to free someone/something from something). In formal writing, it can sound stronger than einfach 'free'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does befreien mean in English?
Befreien means to free, liberate, or release someone or something from restraint, danger, or burden.
How do you use befreien with von?
Use befreien from: jemanden von etwas befreien = to free someone from something.
Is befreien a separable verb?
No, befreien is not separable.
What is the noun form of befreien?
The noun form is Befreiung, meaning liberation or release.