befreien

This is the 1072nd most frequent German word.

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befreien

To liberate or free.


In this sentence, 'befreien' is used reflexively to signify liberating oneself from a situation or condition, in this case, chaos.

Ich muss mein Zimmer aufräumen, um mich von diesem Chaos zu befreien.

I have to clean up my room to free myself from this chaos.


Here, 'befreien' is employed in a transitive manner, showing the act of liberating an external entity—specifically, the bird from a physical constraint.

Der Soldat befreite den gefangenen Vogel aus seinem Käfig.

The soldier freed the captured bird from its cage.


This usage of 'befreien' highlights a figurative liberation from intangible things, like habits or thoughts, showcasing its versatility.

Wir sollten in der Lage sein, uns von alten Gewohnheiten zu befreien.

We should be able to free ourselves from old habits.