in die Hand
Translation
into one's hand
Examples
Er nahm den Schlüssel in die Hand.
He took the key in his hand.
Wir müssen die Sache selbst in die Hand nehmen.
We have to take the matter into our own hands.
Grammar Patterns
et4 in die Hand nehmen to take sth. in one's hand She took the pen in her hand.
et4 in die Hand nehmen (fig.) to take charge of sth. He must take his life into his own hands.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ergreifen (to seize); Expressions: die Zügel in die Hand nehmen (to take the reins)
Etymology
Composed of 'in' (into) + 'die Hand' (the hand). It literally means 'into the hand' and is used for physically grasping or figuratively taking charge.
Memory Tips
The accusative case 'die' indicates direction. Picture the motion of something going 'into the hand', which can mean taking responsibility.