übernehmen
Translation
takes over, assumes, accepts, adopts
Examples
Die neue Chefin übernimmt die Leitung.
The new boss is taking over the management.
Er übernimmt keine Garantie für die Reparatur.
He accepts no guarantee for the repair.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to take over sth. He takes over the company.
((sth.)) ((from sb.)) to take over sth. from sb. She takes over the office from her predecessor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to accept, to assume; Antonyms: to hand over, to reject
Etymology
From 'über' (over) + 'nehmen' (to take). Literally 'to take over'.
Memory Tips
Picture taking something 'over' a desk from someone, thus taking over the responsibility for it.