nach|schieben
Translation
to add later, to push after, to follow up with
Examples
Er musste schnell eine Begründung nachschieben.
He had to quickly add a justification.
Wir können später noch einen Stuhl nachschieben.
We can push another chair in later.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to add sth. later He quickly followed up with an excuse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hinzufügen (to add), ergänzen (to supplement)
Etymology
Composed of `nach` (after) and `schieben` (to push, to shove). The literal meaning is 'to push after'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'pushing' an excuse or reason in 'after' the fact. Or literally 'pushing' another item in behind others.