durchlaufen
go through
Sich von Anfang bis Ende durch etwas bewegen oder etwas ganz fertig machen.
The German word "durchlaufen" is a verb that means "to run through", "to pass through", or "to complete a process". It is made up of the prefix "durch", meaning "through", and "laufen", which means "to run" or "to walk". The term is often used in contexts such as completing a procedure, going through a series of steps, or successfully navigating a process or task.
Similar words in German include "durchschreiten" (to traverse or cross through), "absolvieren" (to complete), and "verlaufen" (to proceed).
The difference among them lies in the specific context: "durchlaufen" emphasizes the process of passing through or completion, while "durchschreiten" focuses more on the physical aspect of crossing, "absolvieren" pertains to completion of some coursework or obligations, and "verlaufen" refers more generally to proceeding or developing in a particular direction.
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Examples
Sie durchlaufen eine schwierige Phase.verb
They go through a difficult phase.
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