klammern
cling
Etwas festhalten oder sich stark an jemanden halten. Es kann auch bedeuten, Wörter oder Zahlen zwischen zwei Zeichen wie ( und ) zu setzen.
The German word "klammern" is a verb that means "to clamp" or "to cling" and is often used in contexts where something is held tightly or grasped. It is also used metaphorically to denote excessive attachment or dependence. The word is derived from "Klammer," which means "clamp" or "bracket" — a device used to hold things together.
Similar words in German include "festhalten" (to hold on tightly), "umarmen" (to embrace), and "anhaften" (to adhere). The key difference is that "klammern" often implies a sense of over-attachment or dependency, while "festhalten" can be more neutral or practical in its use.
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Examples
Die Kinder klammern sich an ihre Mutter.verb
The children cling to their mother.
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