an|fertigen
Translation
to make, to produce, to manufacture, to draw up
Examples
Der Schreiner fertigt einen Tisch an.
The carpenter is making a table.
Sie fertigt eine Kopie des Dokuments an.
She is making a copy of the document.
Das Kleid wurde nach Maß angefertigt.
The dress was custom-made.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) anfertigen to make/produce (sth.) The carpenter is making a table.
Similar Words
Synonyms: herstellen, produzieren, erstellen; Antonyms: zerstören, vernichten
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' and 'fertig' (finished, ready). The idea is to work on something until it is finished.
Memory Tips
Think of making something 'fertig' (finished). The 'an-' prefix emphasizes the process of bringing it to completion.