set
set
sɛt
set
British pronunciation
/sɛt/

Definition und Bedeutung von „set“ im Englischen

to set
01

stellen, legen

to put something or someone somewhere or in a certain position
Transitive: to set sth somewhere
to set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
He set the dishes in the dishwasher.
Er stellte das Geschirr in die Spülmaschine.
1.1

ansiedeln, platzieren

to place the events of a play, movie, novel, etc. in a particular time or place
Transitive: to set a narrative somewhere | to set a narrative point in time
example
Beispiele
The Director set the play in 19th century London.
Der Regisseur verlegte das Stück ins London des 19. Jahrhunderts.
1.2

pflanzen, setzen

to place a seed or young plant in the ground for it to grow
Transitive: to set a seed or plant somewhere
example
Beispiele
We will set the tulip bulbs in the flowerbed this fall for a colorful spring display.
Wir werden die Tulpenzwiebeln dieses Herbst im Blumenbeet setzen für eine farbenfrohe Frühlingsausstellung.
1.3

setzen, gestalten

to format and arrange text and images on a computer or machine for printing in books, newspapers, or other publications
Transitive: to set the text and images of a page
example
Beispiele
The publishing company will set the manuscript into book format.
Das Verlagshaus wird das Manuskript in Buchformat setzen.
1.4

fassen, einfassen

to place a precious gemstone into a jewelry piece
Transitive: to set a gemstone in a jewelry piece
example
Beispiele
He carefully set the emerald in the necklace's pendant.
Er hat den Smaragd sorgfältig in das Anhänger des Halsbands eingesetzt.
02

einstellen, anpassen

to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use
Transitive: to set sth to a desirable state | to set sth
to set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
He set the thermostat to 72 degrees to keep the room warm.
Er stellte den Thermostat auf 72 Grad ein, um den Raum warm zu halten.
2.1

decken, herrichten

to arrange and place tableware, such as plates, forks, spoons, and knives, on a table in preparation for a meal
Transitive: to set a table
example
Beispiele
He set a cozy table for two by the window for their romantic dinner.
Er deckte einen gemütlichen Tisch für zwei am Fenster für ihr romantisches Abendessen.
2.2

festlegen, bestimmen

to decide or determine the specific time, place, or manner in which something will occur or be done
Transitive: to set the conditions of an event
to set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
They set the rules for the game before starting.
Sie legen die Regeln für das Spiel vor dem Start fest.
03

untergehen, verschwinden

(of the sun or other celestial objects) to move out of view when going below the horizon
Intransitive
to set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
The moon will set in the early morning hours.
Der Mond wird in den frühen Morgenstunden untergehen.
04

setzen, stellen

to put or place someone or something in a specified state
Complex Transitive
example
Beispiele
The teacher set the classroom in order before the students arrived, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
Der Lehrer brachte das Klassenzimmer in Ordnung, bevor die Schüler ankamen, und sorgte so für eine förderliche Lernumgebung.
4.1

fest werden, erstarren

(of a liquid) to assume a solid or hardened form
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
The plaster cast will take a few hours to set.
Der Gipsverband wird einige Stunden brauchen, um auszuhärten.
4.2

einrenken, wieder einrichten

to reset broken or dislocated bones before the cast, brace, or splint is put on and without cutting the skin open
Transitive: to set bones
example
Beispiele
The nurse set his dislocated shoulder in the sports clinic.
Die Krankenschwester richtete seine ausgerenkte Schulter in der Sportklinik ein.
4.3

setzen, anfangen lassen

to cause someone or something to start doing something
Ditransitive: to set sb/sth doing sth
example
Beispiele
His comment set me laughing uncontrollably.
Sein Kommentar ließ mich unkontrolliert lachen.
4.4

legen, fixieren

to arrange wet hair in a way that stays the same after being dried
Transitive: to set hair
to set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
After washing her hair, she set it in a bun to create waves.
Nachdem sie ihre Haare gewaschen hatte, steckte sie sie zu einem Dutt, um Wellen zu erzeugen.
4.5

verheilen, zusammenwachsen

(of bones) to heal and return to their normal condition after a fracture
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
With proper treatment, the broken bone will set and mend in a few weeks.
Mit der richtigen Behandlung wird der gebrochene Knochen zusammenwachsen und in einigen Wochen heilen.
05

festlegen, setzen

to fix something in a way that establishes an example for others to copy or try to accomplish
Transitive: to set a model
example
Beispiele
The successful entrepreneur set the bar for innovation in the industry.
Der erfolgreiche Unternehmer setzte den Maßstab für Innovation in der Branche.
5.1

aufstellen, festlegen

to achieve the best result in something, particularly in sports, competition, etc.
Transitive: to set a record
example
Beispiele
They set a world record in the relay race.
Sie haben einen Weltrekord im Staffellauf aufgestellt.
06

zuteilen, festlegen

to assign someone a task, goal, or target to complete
Transitive: to set a task or goal
example
Beispiele
They set a task for the team to brainstorm new ideas.
Sie setzten der Team die Aufgabe, neue Ideen zu brainstormen.
6.1

erstellen, formulieren

to create or formulate questions or tasks for an examination or assessment
Transitive: to set questions or tests
example
Beispiele
She set a comprehensive final exam for the course.
Sie erstellte eine umfassende Abschlussprüfung für den Kurs.
07

Früchte tragen, Samen produzieren

(of blossoms, trees, or plants) to produce fruit or seeds
Transitive: to set fruit or seeds
example
Beispiele
The pear tree began to set small pears that would soon ripen.
Der Birnbaum begann, kleine Birnen anzusetzen, die bald reifen würden.
7.1

ansetzen, sich entwickeln

(of fruit) to form and develop on a plant
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
Once the cherry blossoms fell, the cherries began to set on the tree.
Sobald die Kirschblüten fielen, begannen die Kirschen am Baum anzusetzen.
08

festsetzen, bestimmen

to determine a particular price or value for something
Transitive: to set a price or value
example
Beispiele
He set a reasonable budget for the project.
Er setzte ein angemessenes Budget für das Projekt fest.
09

eine starke und spürbare Wirkung auf jemanden oder etwas haben, schwer auf jemandem oder etwas lasten

to have a strong and noticeable impact or effect on someone or something
example
Beispiele
The sadness sets heavily in my heart, making it hard to smile.
Die Traurigkeit setzt sich schwer in meinem Herzen fest, was es schwer macht zu lächeln.
10

festlegen, annehmen

to adopt a fixed or unchanging facial expression that reflects a specific emotion or attitude
Intransitive: to set in an expression | to set into an expression
example
Beispiele
His jaw set in frustration when he could n't find his keys.
Sein Kiefer versteifte sich vor Frustration, als er seine Schlüssel nicht finden konnte.
10.1

prägen, geben

to make someone's face show a certain emotion or attitude
Transitive: to set an expression on someone's face
example
Beispiele
The surprise party set a joyful smile on her face.
Die Überraschungsparty brachte ein freudiges Lächeln auf ihr Gesicht.
11

stehen bleiben und anzeigen, zielen

(of hunting dogs) to stop and point at where one senses wild animals, like birds or rabbits
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
The pointer breed is known for its ability to set when it finds birds.
Die Pointer-Rasse ist für ihre Fähigkeit bekannt, stehen zu bleiben, wenn sie Vögel findet.
12

schärfen, schleifen

to make something sharper or improve its cutting ability, typically through grinding or honing
Transitive: to set a blade or tool
example
Beispiele
Before starting the task, I have to set my tools to ensure they're sharp enough.
Bevor ich mit der Aufgabe beginne, muss ich meine Werkzeuge schärfen, um sicherzustellen, dass sie scharf genug sind.
13

einschlagen, befestigen

to push a nail or screw into a material, like wood or metal, so that it is below the surface
Transitive: to set a nail or screw
example
Beispiele
She carefully set the staple beneath the paper.
Sie hat die Klammer vorsichtig unter das Papier gesetzt.
14

synchronisierte Tanzbewegungen ausführen, eine Choreografie als Paar aufführen

to perform synchronized dance movements with a partner, facing each other and following a set pattern of steps
Intransitive
example
Beispiele
In the dance formation, couples often set to the rhythm of the music.
In der Tanzformation stellen sich Paare oft auf den Rhythmus der Musik ein.
15

sich bewegen in Richtung, fließen

to have a specified direction of motion or flow
Intransitive: to set to a direction
example
Beispiele
Smoke from the chimney sets eastward in the breeze.
Rauch aus dem Schornstein zieht mit der Brise nach Osten.
16

sich positionieren, sich bereit machen

to position or place oneself ready for a specific action or activity
Transitive: to set oneself
example
Beispiele
The sprinter set herself at the starting line.
Die Sprinterin stellte sich an die Startlinie.
17

verhindern, kontern

(with reference to the card game bridge) to prevent the opposing team from winning the tricks they promised to win in their contract
Transitive: to set an opponent
example
Beispiele
We set the opponents by taking all the tricks.
Wir blockierten die Gegner, indem wir alle Stiche nahmen.
18

schmücken, verzieren

to decorate, embellish, or adorn something with objects
Transitive: to set sth with ornaments
example
Beispiele
The decorator set the scene with colorful paintings and intricate tapestries.
Der Dekorateur hat die Szene mit farbenfrohen Gemälden und kunstvollen Wandteppichen ausgestattet.
19

freilassen, zerstreuen

to release or scatter something into the air so that they are carried away by the wind
Transitive: to set sth
example
Beispiele
The child set the bubbles to the wind, giggling as they floated away.
Das Kind ließ die Seifenblasen in den Wind, kichernd, als sie davon schwebten.
01

Bühnenbild, Set

a stage where a play is performed or a location where a motion picture is recorded
set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
During the behind-the-scenes tour, fans were excited to see the iconic set where their favorite scenes from the series were filmed.
Während der Backstage-Tour waren die Fans aufgeregt, das ikonische Set zu sehen, auf dem ihre Lieblingsszenen aus der Serie gedreht wurden.
02

an informal association or group of people

set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
A fashionable set attended the gala.
03

Reihe

(mathematics) a group of things that belong together because of having some similarities
Wiki
set definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
The set of even numbers includes 2, 4, 6, and so on.
Die Menge der geraden Zahlen umfasst 2, 4, 6 und so weiter.
04

a series of exercises performed consecutively in physical training

example
Beispiele
He rested briefly between each set.
05

the act of placing or positioning something

example
Beispiele
The workers oversaw the set of the machinery.
06

an electronic device for receiving or transmitting radio or television signals

example
Beispiele
The technician repaired the faulty set.
07

a temporary mental or behavioral readiness to respond in a particular way

example
Beispiele
The experiment induced a set toward risk-taking behavior.
08

a relatively enduring tendency or inclination to react in a specific way

example
Beispiele
Personality traits often define an individual 's response set.
09

the going down of a celestial body below the horizon

example
Beispiele
Twilight followed the sun 's set.
10

Satz

a group of things of the same type that belong or are used together in some way
example
Beispiele
The artist displayed a set of paintings inspired by nature.
Der Künstler zeigte eine Reihe von Gemälden, die von der Natur inspiriert waren.
11

an Egyptian deity depicted with the head of a beast with high square ears and a long snout, brother and murderer of Osiris

example
Beispiele
Temples depicted Set as a powerful but malevolent deity.
12

the process of becoming hard, solid, or fixed through cooling, drying, or crystallization

example
Beispiele
The plaster achieved a firm set in minutes.
13

a unit of play in tennis, squash, or similar sports, typically consisting of a sequence of games

example
Beispiele
The players rested between sets.
14

a collection of musical pieces or songs performed consecutively during a performance

example
Beispiele
The DJ prepared a set of electronic tracks.
15

a specific combination of cards a player aims to collect, often consisting of three or more cards of the same rank, suit, or a defined sequence

example
Beispiele
Each set in the game has a strategic value.
16

Satz, Spiel

(volleyball) a series of points played until one team reaches 25 points with a two-point lead
example
Beispiele
They lost the set after a long rally.
Sie verloren das Set nach einem langen Rallye.
17

Pass, genauer Pass

the action of accurately passing the ball to a teammate to enable an offensive play in volleyball
example
Beispiele
They scored the winning point with a quick set.
Sie erzielten den Siegpunkt mit einem schnellen Set.
01

bereit, vorbereitet

prepared or likely prepared for something
example
Beispiele
The company is set to launch its new product line next month after extensive market research and development.
Das Unternehmen ist bereit, seine neue Produktlinie nächsten Monat nach umfangreichen Marktforschungen und Entwicklungen auf den Markt zu bringen.
02

fixed, firm, or immovable

example
Beispiele
The schedule was set for the entire week.
03

located, positioned, or situated in a particular place

example
Beispiele
The statue is set at the center of the plaza.
04

arranged, organized, or planned in advance

example
Beispiele
The schedule is set for the conference.
05

(of a celestial body) positioned or lying below the horizon

example
Beispiele
The distant peaks were set beneath a fading twilight.
06

hardened or converted to a solid form

example
Beispiele
The plaster is set on the walls.
07

decided, determined, or established by authority or prior agreement

example
Beispiele
The fee is set and can not be changed.
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