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dominieren
German → American English
American English
dominate
eine beherrschende, überlegene Stellung haben oder ausüben
Die Heimmannschaft dominierte das gesamte Spiel.'Dominieren' is often used in formal or neutral contexts for something that clearly has the strongest influence or presence. In everyday speech, 'beherrschen' or 'überwiegen' may sometimes sound more natural depending on the meaning.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "dominieren" mean in English?
"Dominieren" means "to dominate" or "to be dominant," depending on the context.
How do you use "dominieren" in a sentence?
It is used for people, groups, ideas, or things that have a strong controlling or leading influence, for example: "Die Mannschaft dominierte das Spiel."
Is "dominieren" formal or informal?
It is fairly neutral to formal and is common in written and spoken German.