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shape

shape

Meaning of shape

English

influence how something develops

Deutsch

beeinflussen und in eine bestimmte Richtung entwickeln

shape

Pronunciation

British English
/ʃeɪp/
American English
/ʃeɪp/

shape with German translation

shape usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

The school wants to shape the future.

Die Schule will die Zukunft formen.

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

Experiences shape character.

Erfahrungen formen den Charakter.

shape synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between shape, form, influence, develop, and fashion

🇬🇧English

form opinions or habits, very close

B2very often

ENThey formed a committee to study the issue.

🇬🇧English

weaker: affect something without fully forming it

B2very often

ENHer mentor influenced her career choices.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

make something grow gradually

B2very often

ENThey developed a strong sense of community over time.

🇬🇧English

literary: make or shape something

B2rare word

ENHe fashioned a leadership role out of necessity.

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shape meaning: what does it mean?

influence how something develops

shape pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

shape is pronounced as /ʃeɪp/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

shape definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Die Schule will die Zukunft formen. Translation: The school wants to shape the future.

Is shape part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?

Yes, shape can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is shape part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?

Yes, shape can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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