ab|ändern
Translation
to alter, to modify, to amend, to change slightly
Examples
Wir müssen den Plan etwas abändern.
We have to alter the plan a bit.
Der Schneider hat das Kleid abgeändert.
The tailor altered the dress.
Können Sie den Vertrag noch abändern?
Can you still amend the contract?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to alter, modify sth. The tailor can abändern the dress.
Similar Words
Synonyms: modifizieren, anpassen, korrigieren
Etymology
Composed of the prefix 'ab-' (off, away, modifying) and the verb 'ändern' (to change). It implies a modification from an original state.
Memory Tips
As a separable verb, the 'ab-' prefix moves to the end of the sentence in the present and simple past tenses, e.g., 'Ich ändere es ab.'