vollbringen
Translation
to accomplish, to achieve, to perform
Examples
Er hat eine große Tat vollbracht.
He has accomplished a great deed.
Das Werk ist nun vollbracht.
The work is now completed.
Grammar Patterns
to ((accomplish sth.)) et4 vollbringen He accomplished a heroic deed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erreichen, schaffen, leisten; Antonyms: scheitern (to fail), aufgeben (to give up)
Etymology
From the prefix 'voll-' (completely) and the verb 'bringen' (to bring). It means 'to bring to completion'. It is an inseparable verb.
Memory Tips
Think of 'bringing' (bringen) something to its 'full' (voll) conclusion. This helps remember its meaning of accomplishment.