spreading

ˈsprɛdɪŋ
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Translation of spreading into German,

Adjective

1.

expanding

extending over a larger area or scope
  • The spreading fire consumed the entire forest.Das sich ausbreitende Feuer verschlang den gesamten Wald.
2.

distribution

distributed widely across a surface or area
  • The spreading branches provided ample shade.Die ausladenden Äste boten reichlich Schatten.
3.

growth

increasing in influence or effect
sich ausbreitende um sich greifende
  • The spreading rumor caused panic in the town.Das sich ausbreitende Gerücht verursachte Panik in der Stadt.

Noun

1.

expansion

act of extending over a wider area
  • The spreading of the fire was rapid.Die Ausbreitung des Feuers war schnell.
2.

dissemination

process of distributing information widely
  • The spreading of rumors caused panic.Die Verbreitung von Gerüchten verursachte Panik.
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Expressions with spreading: examples in English and translations in German

Beinspreizen
Manspreading
Man-spreading is often criticized on crowded trains.
Seafloor-Spreading
Meeresbodenspreizung
Sea-floor spreading moves new seafloor outward from ocean ridges.
Ausbreitungsfaktor
The nurse added spreading factor to enhance the absorption of the anesthetic.

Synonyms and analogies of spreading in English

Examples of spreading in a sentence

  • Spreading branches shaded the entire garden.
  • The spreading vines covered the entire wall.
  • Spreading roots can damage the pavement.
  • The spreading influence of the movement was undeniable.
  • Spreading fear among the citizens was not the intention.
  • The spreading of the rumor caused panic.
spread
sprɛd
Verb
1.

movement

tr./intr.
extend or open out over a surface
tr./intr.
  • She spread the blanket on the grass.Sie breitete die Decke auf dem Gras aus.
2.

distribution

tr./intr.
distribute or disperse widely
tr./intr.
  • The news spread quickly through the town.Die Nachricht verbreitete sich schnell durch die Stadt.
3.

expansion

intr.
move outward in all directions
intr.
  • The fire spread rapidly through the forest.Das Feuer breitete sich schnell durch den Wald aus.
Noun
1.

cuisine

soft food you put on bread for flavor
  • He loves peanut butter spread on toast.Er liebt Erdnussbutter auf Toast.
2.

distribution

act of distributing over a wide area
  • The spread of the news was rapid.Die Verbreitung der Nachricht war schnell.
Adjective
1.

fully extended

extended or stretched out to the fullest extent
  • The spread wings of the eagle were impressive.Die ausgebreiteten Flügel des Adlers waren beeindruckend.
2.

distribution

distributed over a wide area
  • The spread resources made the project manageable..Die verstreuten Ressourcen machten das Projekt überschaubar
3.

meal preparation

prepared or arranged for a meal with food set out
  • The spread table was ready for the guests.Der gedeckte Tisch war bereit für die Gäste.

Expressions with spread: examples in English and translations in German

verteilen
ausbreiten
She spread around the paint on the canvas.
verteilen
ausbreiten
He spread out the seeds in the garden.
verstreut
verteilt
The icing was spread over the cake evenly.
überfordert
She felt spread thin with all her responsibilities.
sich entfalten
eigene Wege gehen
After the internship, Maria spread her wings and moved abroad alone.
das Netz weiter auswerfen
The company decided to spread the net to find the best candidates.

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

Noun
dieVerbreitungnf.

Social media played a part in spreading the rumor throughout the entire school.

Soziale Medien spielten eine Rolle bei der Verbreitung des Gerüchts in der ganzen Schule.

dasVerbreitennn.

Stop running off at the mouth and spreading lies about your neighbors.

Hör auf, über deine Nachbarn herzuziehen und Lügen zu verbreiten.

dieAusbreitungnf.

The swift action of the firefighters stopped the fire from spreading further.

Das rasche Eingreifen der Feuerwehr verhinderte eine weitere Ausbreitung des Feuers.

dasVerteilennn.

After thoroughly spreading the talcum, the tube may be deflated.

Nach gründlichem Verteilen des Talkums kann die Luft abgelassen werden.

dieVerteilungnf.

For ultimate spreading, the blade has an oval shape.

Für die endgültige Verteilung hat die Klinge eine ovale Form.

dieAusweitungnf.

They live in terror of the war spreading to their quiet town.

Sie leben in ständiger Angst vor einer Ausweitung des Krieges auf ihre ruhige Stadt.

dieVerschleppungnf.

The spreading of these contaminants in the blasting process must be avoided.

Die Verschleppung dieser Kontaminationen in den Strahlprozess muss vermieden werden.

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Other translations for spreading:

  • Streuungnf.
  • Übergreifennn.
  • Expansionnf.

spreading: Examples and translations in context

Activists are demanding stricter laws to prevent hate speech from spreading.

Aktivisten fordern strengere Gesetze, um die Verbreitung von Hassrede zu verhindern.

Practicing good hygiene can reduce the risk of spreading oral herpes.

Gute Hygiene kann das Risiko der Verbreitung von Lippenherpes verringern.

The underground press played a crucial role in spreading banned information.

Die Untergrundpresse spielte eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Verbreitung verbotener Informationen.

With no clear direction, the political vacuum allowed for rapidly spreading rumors.

Ohne klare Richtung erlaubte das politische Vakuum eine rasche Verbreitung von Gerüchten.

Their happy holidays mantra is all about spreading joy and kindness.

Ihr Weihnachtsmotto dreht sich ganz um die Verbreitung von Freude und Freundlichkeit.

During the campaign, volunteers play a role in spreading awareness and information.

Während der Kampagne sind Freiwillige an der Verbreitung von Bewusstsein und Informationen beteiligt.

Digital platforms today are fertile ground for spreading new concepts rapidly.

Digitale Plattformen sind heutzutage ein Nährboden für die schnelle Verbreitung neuer Konzepte.

They also discussed how to prevent getting or spreading the disease.

Sie redeten auch darüber, wie man die Verbreitung stoppen kann.

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