nach|schieben
Translation
to add later, to push after, to follow up with
Examples
Er musste schnell eine Begründung nachschieben.
He had to quickly add a justification.
Wir können später noch einen Stuhl nachschieben.
We can push another chair in later.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to add sth. later He quickly followed up with an excuse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hinzufügen (to add), ergänzen (to supplement)
Etymology
From `nach` (after) + `schieben` (to push, to shove). Literally 'to push after'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'pushing' a comment into a conversation 'after' the main point has been made, or physically 'pushing' an extra chair into a room.