Succedere



Example: Cosa succede se piove durante la festa?

Definition


"Succedere" means to happen or occur, referring to events or situations taking place. It is used to describe what takes place or comes about, as in the phrase, 'What happens if it rains during the party?'

Translations


  • happen
  • suceder
  • gebeuren
  • succeir
  • se produire
  • geschehen
  • acontecer

Etymology


The word "succedere" comes from the Latin verb 'succedere,' which means 'to go under,' 'to follow after,' or 'to succeed.' It combines 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'cedere' meaning 'to go.' Did you know? The root 'cedere' is also the source of many English words related to movement or yielding.

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