übergeben
vomit · hand over
Etwas in die Hände einer anderen Person legen, damit diese es bekommt oder benutzt.
The German word „übergeben“ is a verb with two main meanings depending on context:
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To hand over / to deliver
It consists of „über“ (over) + „geben“ (to give).
Meaning: to transfer something to someone, e.g., handing over documents. -
To vomit
Used in medical or everyday context to mean becoming sick and throwing up.
Similar words:
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For handing over:
- aushändigen (to hand over personally)
- abgeben (to give/hand in)
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For vomiting:
- erbrechen (to vomit)
- sich übergeben (reflexive form also means to vomit)
Difference:
- übergeben (hand over) emphasizes the act of transferring possession.
- aushändigen implies formal or official handing over.
- übergeben (vomit) and erbrechen are largely synonymous; übergeben is a bit softer or more formal.
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Examples
Er muss sich plötzlich übergeben.verb
He suddenly has to vomit.
Er übergibt die Dokumente an seinen Kollegen.verb
He hands over the documents to his colleague.
Er wird die Dokumente persönlich übergeben.verb
He will hand over the documents personally.
Morgen übergebe ich das Paket an den Kurier.verb
Tomorrow I hand over the package to the courier.
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