entgegen|bringen
Translation
to show, to offer, to feel towards
Examples
Man muss ihm Respekt entgegenbringen.
One must show him respect.
Sie bringt mir großes Vertrauen entgegen.
She has great trust in me.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) to show sth. to sb. One must show him respect.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zeigen (to show), erweisen (to prove, show), zollen (to pay respect)
Etymology
From 'entgegen-' (towards) and 'bringen' (to bring). It literally means 'to bring towards' someone.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'bringing' (bringen) a feeling, like respect or trust, 'towards' (entgegen) a person.