gegen|steuern
Translation
to counteract, to counter-steer, to take countermeasures
Examples
Wir müssen diesem Trend gegensteuern.
We have to counteract this trend.
Der Fahrer steuerte schnell gegen.
The driver quickly counter-steered.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.dat)) ((gegensteuern)) to counteract (sth.) We have to counteract this trend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: entgegenwirken, bekämpfen
Etymology
From 'gegen' (against) + 'steuern' (to steer). Literally 'to steer against'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a car skidding and you have to 'steer against' the skid to regain control. This applies to trends and problems too.