beeinflussen
Translation
to influence, to affect, to impact
Examples
Das Wetter beeinflusst meine Laune.
The weather influences my mood.
Lass dich nicht von ihm beeinflussen.
Don't let yourself be influenced by him.
Grammar Patterns
((j-n/et4)) to influence sb./sth. (accusative) The weather influences the harvest.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to affect, to shape; Antonyms: to leave untouched
Etymology
From 'be-' (prefix) + 'Einfluss' (influence). 'Einfluss' itself comes from 'ein' (in) + 'Fluss' (flow), like something 'flowing into' you.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'influence' flowing ('Fluss') into ('ein') someone or something.