aus|wechseln
Translation
to exchange, to replace, to substitute
Examples
Ich muss die Glühbirne auswechseln.
I have to replace the light bulb.
Der Trainer hat den Spieler ausgewechselt.
The coach substituted the player.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to replace, exchange (sth.) You have to replace the old part.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ersetzen, austauschen; Antonyms: behalten (to keep)
Etymology
From 'aus-' (out) and 'wechseln' (to change, switch). It means to 'switch something out' for another.
Memory Tips
Imagine taking an old part 'out' ('aus') and 'changing' ('wechseln') it for a new one, like a light bulb.