verabschieden
Translation
to say goodbye, to see off, to pass (a law), to adopt (a resolution)
Examples
Ich muss mich jetzt von dir verabschieden.
I have to say goodbye to you now.
Das Parlament verabschiedet ein neues Gesetz.
The parliament passes a new law.
Er wurde feierlich vom Team verabschiedet.
He was given a ceremonial farewell by the team.
Grammar Patterns
sichAkk ((von+3)) to say goodbye to sb./sth. I'm saying goodbye to my friends.
((et4)) to pass sth. (a law) The parliament has passed the law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sich trennen, Lebewohl sagen; (law) annehmen, beschließen; Antonyms: begrüßen, empfangen
Etymology
From the prefix 'ver-' (indicating a process) + 'Abschied' (farewell). It implies completing or formalizing a farewell.
Memory Tips
Knowing 'der Abschied' means 'farewell' helps connect 'verabschieden' to the act of saying goodbye. For laws, think of 'sending it off' into effect.