nahe|bringen
Translation
to make sb understand sth, to explain, to familiarize sb with sth
Examples
Er versucht, mir die Kunst nahezubringen.
He is trying to make me understand art.
Sie brachte den Kindern die Natur nahe.
She brought the children closer to nature.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to make sb. understand sth. The teacher explains the grammar to the students.
Similar Words
erklären (to explain), verständlich machen (to make understandable), vermitteln (to convey)
Etymology
From 'nahe' (near) + 'bringen' (to bring). Literally 'to bring near', making a concept or idea closer and more understandable.
Memory Tips
Think of 'bringing' a difficult topic 'near' to someone's understanding, making it accessible.