rekrutieren /rˌɛkɾuːtˈiːrən/ · verb · CEFR B2. German translation of "recruit".

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

Source term
recruit
Translation
rekrutieren
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form rekrutieren
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + rekrutieren
Examples
Wir müssen oft rekrutieren.
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Topic context

This word appears in the German Kontrolle und Einfluss.

Example Sentences

Sie haben versucht, neue Mitglieder zu rekrutieren, die zustimmen, die Gruppe zu beeinflussen.

English: They have been trying to recruit new members who agree to influence the group.

B2 · Control and Influence

Das Unternehmen stellt talentierte Entwickler aus der ganzen Welt ein.

English: The company is recruiting talented developers from across the globe.

B2 · Control and Influence

Mehrere Universitäten rekrutierten sie, nachdem sie ihre beeindruckende Forschung gesehen hatten.

English: Several universities recruited her after seeing her impressive research.

B2 · Control and Influence

Wir haben fünf neue Freiwillige für das Wochenendprojekt gewonnen.

English: We have recruited five new volunteers for the weekend project.

B2 · Control and Influence

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