abhalten
keep · hold
Dafür sorgen, dass etwas nicht passiert oder später geschieht. Es kann auch heißen, etwas an einem Ort durchführen.
The German word "abhalten" is a verb that means "to hold" (e.g., events or meetings), or "to keep away" or "to prevent" someone from doing something. It is derived from the prefix "ab-" (which suggests separation or away) and the verb "halten" (to hold).
Meanings of Components:
- ab: away, off
- halten: to hold
Similar Words:
- verhindern – "to prevent"
- abhalten – "to keep away"
- aufhalten – "to hold up" or "to stop"
- entfernen – "to remove" or "to take away"
Differences:
- Verhindern: This generally means to prevent or stop something from happening. It is more about stopping an action or event altogether.
- Aufhalten: This means to hold up or delay, implying a temporary stop rather than a permanent one.
- Entfernen: Primarily means to remove or take away something completely, often used in a physical context.
"Abhalten," when used to denote prevention, often emphasizes keeping a person away from performing a particular action or attending an event. It carries a connotation of maintaining a physical or metaphorical barrier.
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Examples
Die laute Musik hält mich vom Lernen ab.verb
The loud music keeps me from studying.
Sie hält den Kurs ab, obwohl es regnet.verb
She holds the course, although it is raining.
Er kann die Versammlung nicht abhalten, weil er krank ist.verb
He cannot hold the meeting because he is sick.
Man kann ihn vom Lernen abhalten.verb
One can keep him from studying.
Die laute Musik hält ihn vom Lernen ab.verb
The loud music keeps him from studying.
Gestern hielten wir ein wichtiges Treffen im Rathaus ab.verb
Yesterday we held an important meeting at the town hall.
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