Begrenzen
Example: Wir müssen die Zeit für das Spiel begrenzen.
Definition
"Begrenzen" means to set a limit or boundary on something, restricting its extent or amount. For example, it can refer to limiting time, space, or quantity, as in the phrase 'Wir müssen die Zeit für das Spiel begrenzen,' which means we must limit the time for the game.
Etymology
The German verb "begrenzen" comes from the prefix 'be-' combined with 'Grenze,' meaning 'border' or 'limit.' The word literally means 'to set borders.' Did you know that 'Grenze' itself derives from the Old High German 'grenta,' and the prefix 'be-' often intensifies the verb in German?
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"Begrenzen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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