Zugang erhalten
Example: Um das Gebäude zu betreten, muss man Zugang erhalten.
Definition
"Zugang erhalten" means to gain or be granted access to a place, system, or resource. It implies that permission or the necessary means to enter or use something has been given, such as entering a building or accessing a restricted area.
Etymology
The phrase "Zugang erhalten" comes from the German words "Zugang," meaning 'access' or 'entrance,' and "erhalten," meaning 'to receive' or 'to obtain.' Combining these gives the meaning of 'receiving access.' The word "Zugang" itself originates from Middle High German, where "zu" means 'to' and "Gang" means 'walk' or 'passage.' Did you know that "erhalten" is related to the English word "hold," sharing a common Germanic root?
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"Zugang erhalten" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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