nehmen

to take hold of, pick up, or carry something

Etymology

From Middle High German nemen, from Old High German neman; cognate with English nim in archaic use and related Germanic forms meaning “to take.”

Collocations

to use, choose, or travel by a means of transport; to take a route or option

Etymology

From Middle High German nemen, from Old High German neman; cognate with English nim in archaic use and related Germanic forms meaning “to take.”

Collocations

to consume, ingest, or take medicine, food, or drink

Etymology

From Middle High German nemen, from Old High German neman; cognate with English nim in archaic use and related Germanic forms meaning “to take.”

Collocations

to accept, receive, or choose something offered or available

Etymology

From Middle High German nemen, from Old High German neman; cognate with English nim in archaic use and related Germanic forms meaning “to take.”

Collocations

to require or take up time, space, effort, or attention

Etymology

From Middle High German nemen, from Old High German neman; cognate with English nim in archaic use and related Germanic forms meaning “to take.”

Collocations