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zubinden

tie

Definition & meaning

The verb zubinden is a separable German verb with two primary meanings:

  1. To tie shut or to bind up: This refers to closing something by tying it with a string, rope, or lace. For example, tying your shoelaces or closing a sack.
  2. To bandage: In a medical or first-aid context, it can refer to wrapping a wound or an injured body part with a bandage to secure it.

Grammar & Word origin

zubinden is a separable verb. When used in a main clause, the prefix zu- moves to the end of the sentence.

  • Example: "Ich binde meine Schuhe zu." (I am tying my shoes.)

The word is composed of:

  • zu-: A prefix often indicating a direction toward closing or finishing something.
  • binden: The verb meaning to bind, tie, or fasten.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • zuschnüren zubinden (to lace up or tie tight)
  • verbinden zubinden (to bandage, specifically for the medical sense)
  • zusammenbinden zubinden (to tie together)

Antonyms:

  • aufbinden zubinden (to untie)
  • aufmachen zubinden (to open, often used for shoes)
  • lösen zubinden (to loosen or untie)

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Examples

Er musste die Schuhe zubinden.verb

He had to tie his shoes.

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