übernehmen
take over
Etwas an sich nehmen und dafür die Verantwortung tragen.
The German word "übernehmen" is a separable verb composed of the prefix "über" (meaning "over" or "across") and the verb "nehmen" (meaning "to take").
Meaning:
"übernehmen" means "to take over," "to assume," or "to adopt." It is often used when someone takes responsibility, control, or custody of something, such as a task, job, or company.
Similar words:
- annehmen (to accept)
- übertragen (to transfer)
- einnehmen (to take in, e.g., money or position)
Differences:
- übernehmen emphasizes taking control or responsibility, often actively succeeding or replacing someone.
- annehmen focuses on accepting something offered.
- übertragen highlights the transfer from one place or person to another, sometimes more formal or technical.
- einnehmen is usually used in contexts like taking medicine or positions, less about responsibility.
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Examples
Ich übernehme deine Aufgaben.verb
I take over your tasks.
Er wird die Leitung des Unternehmens übernehmen.verb
He will take over the leadership of the company.
Er übernimmt morgen das Projekt.verb
He takes over the project tomorrow.
Er übernimmt heute das Projekt.verb
He takes over the project today.
Er übernimmt die Leitung der Abteilung.verb
He takes over the management of the department.
Er übernimmt das Projekt.verb
He takes over the project.
Ihr habt die Verantwortung mit großer Freude übernommen.verb
You have taken over the responsibility with great joy.
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