No. 13,245 in German
aufwerten
To enhance or upgrade.
In a sentence
Diese Stadt plant, ihr historisches Zentrum durch Renovierungsarbeiten aufzuwerten.
This city plans to enhance its historic center through renovation works.
In this sentence, 'aufwerten' means 'to enhance' or 'to upgrade,' referring to improving the value or quality of the historic center.
Durch neue Investitionen konnte das Unternehmen seinen Ruf aufwerten.
Through new investments, the company was able to enhance its reputation.
Here, 'aufwerten' is used figuratively to mean 'enhance,' specifically improving the company's reputation.
Er hat die alte Kleidung durch kreatives Umgestalten aufgewertet.
He upgraded the old clothes by creatively redesigning them.
In this context, 'aufwerten' signifies 'to upgrade' or 'enhance,' relating to improving the appearance or value of the clothing.
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