erfassen
Translation
to grasp, to comprehend, to record, to register
Examples
Er erfasst die Situation schnell.
He grasps the situation quickly.
Die Daten werden digital erfasst.
The data is recorded digitally.
Das Gesetz erfasst alle Bürger.
The law covers all citizens.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to grasp/record ((sth.)) He grasped the core of the problem.
Similar Words
begreifen, verstehen, registrieren, aufnehmen
Etymology
Prefix 'er-' (indicating completion) + 'fassen' (to grasp). So, 'to grasp fully'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'fastening' your mind around an idea, or 'fastening' data into a system.