Verbinden
Example: Wir verbinden die Kabel, um den Fernseher anzuschließen.
Definition
"Verbinden" means to join or link two or more things together physically or conceptually. It involves creating a connection or bond, such as connecting cables to enable a device to function properly, as in the example phrase, "Wir verbinden die Kabel, um den Fernseher anzuschließen."
Etymology
The German word "verbinden" comes from the prefix "ver-" meaning 'for' or 'to,' combined with "binden," which means 'to bind' or 'tie.' Together, they form "verbinden," literally meaning 'to bind together.' Did you know that the root "binden" is related to English words like 'bind' and 'bond,' highlighting a shared Germanic origin?
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"Verbinden" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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