handhaben
Translation
to handle, to manage, to operate
Examples
Er kann die Situation gut handhaben.
He can handle the situation well.
Wie handhabt man diese Maschine?
How do you operate this machine?
Jedes Land handhabt dieses Gesetz anders.
Every country handles this law differently.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) handhaben to handle sth. He can handle the crisis well.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to deal with, to manage, to operate
Etymology
From 'Hand' (hand) and 'haben' (to have). Literally 'to have in hand', implying control.
Memory Tips
Think of 'having' ('haben') something in your 'Hand'. This means you are in control and can handle it.