Verb #704 be verb

benennen

hat benannt · benannte
Based on: be-, nennen
1.

to name someone/something

("benennen nach" - in the sense of giving a name based on some inspiration. Like naming a street after a poet.)
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Examples
  • Wir benennen die neue Schule nach der berühmten Schriftstellerin.
  • We are naming the new school after the famous author.
2.

to name things

(Not in the sense of actually giving a name, but stating "the name" clearly. Think of a politician stating clearly what the main problem of a country is (hint: corruption).)
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  • Der Minister benennt Korruption als das größte Problem des Landes.
  • The minister names corruption as the biggest problem of the country.

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How many meanings does the German word 'benennen' have?

benennen has 2 distinct meanings: 1. to name someone/something, 2. to name things.

What is the past tense of 'benennen'?

hat benannt / benannte

What is 'benennen' related to?

The word 'benennen' is related to be- and nennen.

Where can I learn more about 'benennen'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.