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gliedern

to structure

verb GLEE-dern Rare
Communication Writing

Also means

to outline, to organise into sections

Usage Note

gliedern means to divide a text or speech into clear sections. Den Text gliedern = to outline the text. The reflexive sich gliedern in means 'to be divided into': Das Buch gliedert sich in drei Teile.

Examples

"Sie gliederte ihre Präsentation in Einleitung, Hauptteil und Schluss."

Natural Translation

She structured her presentation into introduction, main body, and conclusion.

Literal Translation

She structured her presentation into introduction, main-part and conclusion.

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