vermochten
manage · be able
Das bedeutet, dass jemand in der Lage war, etwas zu tun oder zu erreichen.
The German word "vermochten" is a verb, specifically the past tense and subjunctive form of "vermögen", which means "to be able to" or "to manage".
- "Vermögen" as a verb means "to be capable of" or "to have the power/ability to do something."
- The noun "Vermögen" (not part of the verb here) means "assets" or "fortune".
Similar words:
- können (can, to be able to)
- schaffen (to manage, to succeed)
Difference:
"Vermögen" is somewhat more formal or literary than "können," and it implies an inherent capability or strength, often in a more abstract or potential sense. "Können" is the more common, everyday term for ability.
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Examples
Die Schüler vermochten die schwierige Aufgabe zu lösen.other
The students managed to solve the difficult task.
Einige vermochten trotz der Hindernisse nicht weiterzumachen.other
Some were not able to continue despite the obstacles.
Viele vermochten zu helfen, weil sie früh ankamen.other
Many were able to help because they arrived early.
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