ab|zeichnen
Translation
to copy, to trace, to sign off on, to become apparent
Examples
Er zeichnet die Landkarte ab.
He is copying the map.
Der Chef muss den Bericht abzeichnen.
The boss has to sign off on the report.
Eine Lösung zeichnet sich langsam ab.
A solution is slowly becoming apparent.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to copy/trace sth. The artist is copying the portrait.
((sth.)) to sign off on sth. The department head must sign off on the application.
sich abzeichnen to become apparent A new trend is becoming apparent.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to copy, to trace (for drawing); to approve, to authorize (for signing)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (off, from) and 'zeichnen' (to draw, sign). It means 'to draw from' an original (to copy) or 'to sign off' on something.
Memory Tips
Think of tracing a drawing ('drawing off' the original) or signing a document to 'sign it off' your to-do list.