nach|lassen
Translation
to decrease, to subside, to weaken, to give a discount
Examples
Der Schmerz lässt langsam nach.
The pain is slowly subsiding.
Seine Konzentration hat nachgelassen.
His concentration has weakened.
Können Sie beim Preis etwas nachlassen?
Can you give a bit of a discount on the price?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to subside The pain is subsiding.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to decrease, to diminish, to abate; Antonyms: to increase, to intensify
Etymology
From 'nach' (after) + 'lassen' (to let, leave). Literally 'to let up after', implying a decrease in intensity after a peak.
Memory Tips
Imagine a storm's intensity 'lets up' ('lassen') 'after' ('nach') it has passed its peak. The force subsides.