Befreien
Example: Die Soldaten konnten die Stadt nach langer Belagerung befreien.
Definition
"befreien" means to liberate or set free, especially referring to people or places from captivity, oppression, or control. For example, soldiers might "befreien" a city after a long siege, restoring freedom and ending domination.
Etymology
The German word "befreien" comes from the prefix "be-" combined with "frei," meaning free. Originally, "frei" comes from Old High German "frī," related to freedom or liberty. Did you know? The prefix "be-" often makes verbs causative, so "befreien" literally means to make free or to free someone.
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