an|langen
Translation
to arrive, to concern, to regard
Examples
Wir sind am Ziel angelangt.
We have arrived at the destination.
Was deine Frage anlangt, hier ist die Antwort.
As for your question, here is the answer.
Grammar Patterns
an sth. (Dat) anlangen to arrive at sth. We arrived at our destination.
was sth. (Akk) anlangt as for sth., concerning sth. As for the money, we will talk later.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ankommen, eintreffen (for 'arrive'); betreffen, angehen (for 'concern')
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' (at) and 'langen' (to reach). Literally 'to reach at' a place.
Memory Tips
The meaning 'to arrive' is a bit dated; 'ankommen' is more common. It's very useful to learn the fixed phrase 'was ... anlangt' (as for...).