option

ˈɑːpʃən
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Translation of option into German,

Noun

1.

alternative

choice or possibility among several
  • He had several options for his vacation plans..Er hatte mehrere Optionen für seine Urlaubspläne
2.

law

freedom or right to make a choice
  • She had the option to work from home.Sie hatte die Wahlmöglichkeit, von zu Hause aus zu arbeiten.

Verb

tr.
1.

select preferentially

choose or select as a preference
  • You can option any of these models as your prize..Sie können eines dieser Modelle als Ihren Preis wählen
2.

finance

TECH.
purchase a right to buy or sell an asset
TECH.
optionieren erwerben
  • The company decided to option the property for future development.Das Unternehmen beschloss, das Grundstück für eine zukünftige Entwicklung zu optionieren.
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Expressions with option: examples in English and translations in German

leichter Ausweg
bequeme Lösung
Choosing the soft option, she decided to stay home.
Kronjuwelen-Option
beste Option
Choosing the crown-jewel option made the project successful.
nukleare Option
Nuklearoption
The board considered the nuclear option to resolve the ongoing crisis..
zur Diskussion stehende Option
We have an option on the table to extend the deadline.
den einfachen Weg wählen
den bequemsten Weg nehmen
He decided to take the soft option and avoid the hard work.
eine Option nehmen
eine Option sichern
They decided to take an option on the new property.

Synonyms and analogies of option in English

Examples of option in a sentence

  • He explored every option before deciding.
  • You have the option of appealing the decision.
  • Tenants retain the option to end the lease early.
  • She exercised her option to purchase the shares.
  • The option expired without being used.
  • Art was a popular option among students.

Translations of "option" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
dieOptionnf.

I will hazard a statement that this is the best option.

Ich wage zu behaupten, dass dies die beste Option ist.

dieMöglichkeitnf.

The store offers the option to purchase furniture on credit with monthly payments.

Das Geschäft bietet die Möglichkeit, Möbel auf Kredit mit monatlichen Zahlungen zu kaufen.

dieWahlnf.

For hydration, apple juice is a tasty option after exercise.

Zur Hydration ist Apfelsaft eine leckere Wahl nach dem Training.

dieVariantenf.

The second option is the estimation and planning of actual days.

Die zweite Variante ist das Schätzen und Planen von realen Tagen.

dieAlternativenf.

Downloading video games is a convenient option instead of visiting stores.

Videospiele herunterzuladen ist eine bequeme Alternative zum Besuch von Geschäften.

Verb
wählenv.

Let's not choose that option; this one is much better.

Lass uns nicht jene Option wählen; diese hier ist viel besser.

auswählenv.

You must also enable the "Connect at power on" option.

Sie müssen auch die Option "Connect at power on" auswählen.

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option: Examples and translations in context

Sometimes turning a blind eye feels like the only option available.

Manchmal fühlt es sich an, als wäre Wegsehen die einzige Option.

I always confirm the cash on delivery option before finalizing my order.

Ich bestätige immer die Option Nachnahme, bevor ich meine Bestellung abschließe.

She reasoned carefully, weighing the pros and cons of each option.

Sie wog sorgfältig die Vor- und Nachteile jeder Option ab.

This solution is by a long way the cheapest option we have.

Diese Lösung ist bei weitem die günstigste Option, die wir haben.

They toyed with the option of traveling abroad this summer.

Sie spielten mit der Option, diesen Sommer ins Ausland zu reisen.

Let's not choose that option; this one is much better.

Lass uns nicht jene Option wählen; diese hier ist viel besser.

The salesman sized me up before suggesting the most expensive option.

Der Verkäufer musterte mich, bevor er mir die teuerste Option vorschlug.

For the competition, his pick was the most creative option available.

Für den Wettbewerb war seine Auswahl die kreativste Option überhaupt.

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