abholen

verb

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pick up

collect

fetch

engage (someone)

win over

resonate with

get

bring

get takeout

take away

Synonyms and Related Words for abholen

einsammeln mitnehmen in Empfang nehmen mitreißen begeistern für sich gewinnen holen bringen besorgen zum Mitnehmen bestellen holt ab

Definition of "abholen" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "abholen" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.

Jemanden oder etwas von einem bestimmten Ort nehmen und mitbringen oder an einen anderen Ort bringen.

DE: “Kannst du mich bitte vom Bahnhof abholen?”
A1
EN: “Can you please pick me up from the train station?”

DE: “Ich muss die Kinder um 16 Uhr von der Schule abholen.”
A2
EN: “I have to pick up the children from school at 4 PM.”

DE: “Vergiss nicht, das bestellte Paket bei der Poststelle abzuholen.”
B1
EN: “Don't forget to collect the ordered package from the post office.”

(Figurativ) Jemanden emotional oder intellektuell ansprechen, indem man auf seine aktuelle Situation, sein Wissen oder seine Gefühle eingeht.

DE: “Der Lehrer holt die Kinder mit einem Lied ab.”
A1
EN: “The teacher engages the children with a song.”

DE: “Eine gute Geschichte muss die Zuhörer von Anfang an abholen.”
A2
EN: “A good story must engage the listeners from the very beginning.”

DE: “Um die Mitarbeiter für die Veränderungen zu gewinnen, müssen wir sie bei ihren Sorgen abholen.”
B1
EN: “To win the employees over to the changes, we have to address their concerns.”

Words Similar in Spelling to abholen

aufholen holen abheben abhauen abzählen