klar|kommen
Translation
to cope, to manage, to get along with
Examples
Kommst du mit der neuen Arbeit klar?
Are you coping with the new job?
Ich komme mit meinem Chef gut klar.
I get along well with my boss.
Grammar Patterns
mit ((sth.dat)) klarkommen to cope with (sth.) Are you coping with the new job?
mit ((sb.dat)) klarkommen to get along with (sb.) I get along well with my boss.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zurechtkommen, bewältigen; Antonyms: scheitern, nicht zurechtkommen
Etymology
From 'klar' (clear) and 'kommen' (to come). The idea is to 'come' to a 'clear' state or understanding.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'coming' to a 'clear' path through a difficult situation. You can see your way through it.