verknüpfen
Translation
to link, to connect, to tie together, to combine
Examples
Er verknüpft Theorie und Praxis.
He links theory and practice.
Diese App verknüpft dein Handy mit dem Computer.
This app links your phone with the computer.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((mit+3)) to link sth. with sth. She links the theory with practice.
((sth.)) to connect sth. The investigators are connecting the two cases.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verbinden, kombinieren; Antonyms: trennen
Etymology
From the prefix `ver-` (indicating joining or completion) + `knüpfen` (to tie a knot). So, 'to tie together'.
Memory Tips
Imagine tying a 'Knoten' (knot) to link two things. The `ver-` prefix strengthens this idea of joining.