ab|bringen
Translation
to dissuade, to deter, to divert
Examples
Es ist schwer, ihn von seinem Plan abzubringen.
It is difficult to dissuade him from his plan.
Lass dich nicht vom Thema abbringen.
Don't get diverted from the topic.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((from sth.)) to dissuade sb. from sth. It is difficult to dissuade him from his plan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: abhalten (to deter), umstimmen (to change someone's mind); Antonyms: überzeugen (to convince), ermutigen (to encourage)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (away) and 'bringen' (to bring). Literally 'to bring away from' an idea or path.
Memory Tips
Imagine you 'bring' someone 'away' ('ab') from their bad decision.