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bejubeln
to cheer
To celebrate someone or something with loud cheering and applause, often in a large crowd.
example
Die Fans bejubelten den Sieg ihrer Mannschaft im Stadion.
The fans cheered their team's victory in the stadium.
bejubeln
to cheer
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Usage tips
Inseparable verb
'Bejubeln' (to cheer / to hail) is an inseparable verb. The prefix 'be-' always stays attached to the verb. In addition, this prefix makes the verb transitive, so it always needs an accusative object that is being cheered or hailed.
EXAMPLE
Die Zuschauer bejubelten den Läufer, als er die Ziellinie überquerte.
The spectators cheered the runner as he crossed the finish line.
Context clue
The object of the verb indicates the meaning. If it refers to people or concrete events (e.g. 'die Mannschaft' — the team, 'ein Tor' — a goal), loud cheering is meant. If it refers to abstract things (e.g. 'eine Entscheidung' — a decision, 'ein Gesetz' — a law), it means great approval.
EXAMPLE
Zehntausende Fans bejubelten die Band auf dem Konzert.
Tens of thousands of fans cheered the band at the concert.
Typical combinations
In the literal meaning, 'bejubeln' (to cheer) is mostly used in the context of sports, concerts, or public appearances. Typical objects are 'den Sieger' (the winner), 'die Heimmannschaft' (the home team), 'ein Tor' (a goal), or 'einen Künstler' (an artist).
EXAMPLE
Nach dem entscheidenden Tor wurde der Schütze von den Fans laut bejubelt.
After the decisive goal, the scorer was loudly cheered by the fans.
Register of the figurative use
The figurative meaning is frequently found in the media and in politics. It describes a very positive and often public reaction to a piece of news or a development.
EXAMPLE
Nicht alle Wähler bejubelten die angekündigte Steuerreform.
Not all voters hailed the announced tax reform.
Compare with
bejubeln vs feiern
to celebrate
'feiern' and 'bejubeln' are close in meaning when people react very enthusiastically to someone, something, or a piece of news. 'feiern' is a bit broader and can also simply mean strong praise or great joy. 'bejubeln' emphasizes cheering especially clearly: it suggests applause, shouting, and a crowd. In a figurative sense, you can also 'bejubeln' a decision or a piece of news. When the enthusiasm is loud and public, 'bejubeln' fits especially well. 'feiern' is more general and can also be used in more casual situations.
bejubeln
Die Fans bejubeln das Team am Bahnhof nach dem gewonnenen Finale.
The fans cheer the team at the station after their victory in the final.
feiern
In der Nachbarschaft feiern viele den neuen Trainer des Sportvereins.
Many people in the neighborhood are celebrating the sports club's new coach.
In real life
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