hinweg|kommen
Translation
to get over, to overcome
Examples
Sie muss über die Trennung hinwegkommen.
She has to get over the breakup.
Es ist nicht leicht, über so einen Verlust hinwegzukommen.
It's not easy to get over such a loss.
Grammar Patterns
((über+4)) hinwegkommen to get over sth. She hasn't gotten over the death of her dog yet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: überwinden, verkraften
Etymology
From 'hinweg' (away) + 'kommen' (to come). The idea is 'to come away' from a difficult situation or feeling, thus getting over it.
Memory Tips
Think of 'coming away' ('hinwegkommen') from a bad experience, leaving it behind you.