erfassen
Translation
to grasp, to comprehend, to capture, to record
Examples
Ich erfasse die Daten im System.
I am recording the data in the system.
Er konnte die Situation schnell erfassen.
He was able to grasp the situation quickly.
Die Kamera erfasst jede Bewegung.
The camera captures every movement.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to grasp/record sth. The system records all transactions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to comprehend, to register, to understand, to record
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (achieving a result) and 'fassen' (to grasp, hold). It means to successfully grasp something, either mentally or physically.
Memory Tips
Imagine thoroughly 'fassen' (grasping) an idea or data until you 'erfassen' (fully capture) it.