unterliegen
Translation
to be subject to, to be defeated by, to succumb to
Examples
Das Projekt unterliegt strengen Regeln.
The project is subject to strict rules.
Die Mannschaft unterlag dem Gegner.
The team was defeated by the opponent.
Grammar Patterns
((et3)) unterliegen to be subject to sth. This data is subject to data protection.
((j-m)) unterliegen to be defeated by sb. In the final, she was defeated by her opponent.
Similar Words
abhängen von (to depend on), verlieren (to lose)
Etymology
From 'unter' (under) + 'liegen' (to lie). Literally 'to lie under', as in under a rule or under an opponent's power.
Memory Tips
Picture someone 'lying under' ('unterliegen') the weight of a rule or 'lying under' a victorious opponent on the ground.