auferlegen /ˈaʊfɛɾlˌeːɡən/ · verb · CEFR B2. German translation of "impose".

See also: Vocabulary entry (German) · Topic: German Kontrolle und Einfluss

Source term
impose
Translation
auferlegen
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form auferlegen
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Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + auferlegen
Examples
Wir müssen oft auferlegen.
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Topic context

This word appears in the German Kontrolle und Einfluss.

Example Sentences

Wenn eine Regel auferlegt wird, müssen die Menschen das Gesetz befolgen, um Kontrolle zu behalten.

English: If a rule is imposed, people must obey the law to keep control.

B2 · Control and Influence

Die neue Regierung hat höhere Steuern auf Luxusgüter eingeführt.

English: The new government imposed higher taxes on luxury goods.

B2 · Control and Influence

Ich möchte niemandem meine Meinung aufzwingen.

English: I do not want to impose my opinions on anyone else.

B2 · Control and Influence

Letzte Woche hat der Projektleiter strenge Fristen festgelegt.

English: Strict deadlines were imposed by the project manager last week.

B2 · Control and Influence

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