No. 4,532 in German
positionieren
To position or place something strategically.
In a sentence
Der Ingenieur musste die Maschine genau positionieren.
The engineer had to precisely position the machine.
In this sentence, 'positionieren' refers to placing or adjusting the machine's location accurately in space.
Die Firma positioniert sich als Marktführer in der Technologiebranche.
The company positions itself as a market leader in the technology industry.
Here, 'positionieren' signifies establishing or presenting oneself strategically in a metaphorical or competitive context.
Beim Fotografieren sollte man das Objekt im Bildrahmen richtig positionieren.
When photographing, one should properly position the object within the picture frame.
This usage of 'positionieren' involves arranging an object visually within a specific area or framework for optimal effect.
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