Drücken
Example: Bitte drücken Sie den Knopf, um die Tür zu öffnen.
Definition
"Drücken" means to apply pressure to something, typically with the hand or finger, often to activate or operate a device, as in pressing a button to open a door.
Etymology
The German verb "drücken" comes from Old High German 'drucchen,' related to the verb 'drücken' meaning to press or push. It shares roots with similar words in other Germanic languages, reflecting the common action of exerting force. Did you know? The word is also linked to the English word 'thrust,' highlighting their shared ancestry.
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"Drücken" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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