Translation of German word "sich vorstellen" to English
sich vorstellen
How to use
sich vorstellen ('to introduce oneself') — reflexive separable verb. Ich stelle mich vor — I introduce myself. Darf ich mich vorstellen? — May I introduce myself? Also: sich etwas vorstellen — To imagine something.
🇬🇧 English
to introduce oneself
Example
Du solltest dich bei den neuen Nachbarn kurz vorstellen.
You should introduce yourself briefly to the new neighbors.
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Common phrases
- Darf ich mich vorstellen?— May I introduce myself?
- sich vorstellen können— to be able to imagine / picture
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What is the definition of the German word "sich vorstellen"?▼
The German word "sich vorstellen" is defined as: "To introduce oneself / imagine."
What does the German word "sich vorstellen" mean?▼
The German word "sich vorstellen" means "to introduce oneself" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Du solltest dich bei den neuen Nachbarn kurz vorstellen." (which translates as "You should introduce yourself briefly to the new neighbors.").
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