ab|koppeln
Translation
to uncouple, to detach, to disconnect
Examples
Der Lokführer koppelt den Waggon ab.
The train driver uncouples the wagon.
Man kann das Keyboard vom Tablet abkoppeln.
You can detach the keyboard from the tablet.
Sie hat sich von der Gruppe abgekoppelt.
She has detached herself from the group.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((from sth.)) to detach sth. from sth. You can detach the keyboard from the tablet.
((oneself)) ((from sth.)) to detach oneself from sth. She has detached herself from the group.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trennen (to separate), lösen (to detach); Antonyms: ankoppeln (to couple), verbinden (to connect)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (off, away) and 'koppeln' (to couple). Literally 'to couple off'.
Memory Tips
Think of un-coupling a train car. 'ab-' means 'off' or 'away' from the coupling.