Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To give someone an official role or position.
Natural examples
Die Universität berief sie zur Dekanin.
The university appointed her dean.
Der Vorstand berief einen neuen Schatzmeister.
Board members appointed a new treasurer.
Der Richter wurde in den Ausschuss berufen.
The judge was appointed to the committee.
Usage note
Berufen is inseparable and strong; a position often follows the accusative person with zu.
Mini-lesson: berufen
To give someone an official role or position. Berufen is inseparable and strong; a position often follows the accusative person with zu.
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