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emporheben
German → American English
American English
lift
etwas nach oben heben; empor, nach oben bewegen
Die Arbeiter emporhoben die schwere Statue auf den Sockel.Emporheben is rather literary or elevated. In everyday German, people usually say heben, hochheben, or anheben.
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Frequently asked questions
What does emporheben mean in English?
Emporheben means “to lift” or more literally “to raise up.”
Is emporheben common in everyday German?
No, it sounds formal or literary. In everyday speech, Germans usually use heben, hochheben, or anheben.
What is the difference between emporheben and heben?
Heben is the neutral everyday verb for “to lift.” Emporheben emphasizes lifting upward and is more elevated or poetic.