No. 13,672 in German
eingeläutet
"Initiated" or "ushered in."
In a sentence
Das neue Jahr wurde um Mitternacht mit Feuerwerk eingeläutet.
The new year was ushered in at midnight with fireworks.
Here 'eingeläutet' indicates the ceremonial or signaling start of an event, specifically the beginning of a new year using the imagery of bells ringing.
Der Direktor hat die Konferenz mit einer kurzen Rede eingeläutet.
The director opened the conference with a short speech.
In this sentence, 'eingeläutet' metaphorically describes initiating or officially beginning the event of the conference.
Die Geburtstagsfeier wurde durch Musik und Tanz eingeläutet.
The birthday party was started with music and dancing.
Here 'eingeläutet' is used to signify the festive and celebratory start of the birthday party, suggesting an inauguration or commencement.
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