an|schließen
Translation
connected, attached, joined
Examples
Der Drucker ist an den Computer angeschlossen.
The printer is connected to the computer.
Er hat sich der Reisegruppe angeschlossen.
He joined the tour group.
Das Gerät wird an die Steckdose angeschlossen.
The device is connected to the power outlet.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.acc)) ((an+4)) to connect sth. to sth. He connects the TV to the antenna.
((sich3)) ((sb.dat/sth.dat)) to join sb./sth. She joined the group.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verbinden; Antonyms: trennen, abklemmen
Etymology
From 'an-' (on, to) + 'schließen' (to close, to lock). The idea is 'to lock onto' something.
Memory Tips
Think of 'locking' (schließen) a plug 'onto' (an) the socket to connect it.