teil|nehmen
Translation
to participate, to take part, to attend
Examples
Er nimmt am Wettbewerb teil.
He is taking part in the competition.
Ich möchte an dem Kurs teilnehmen.
I would like to participate in the course.
Es ist wichtig, an der Besprechung teilzunehmen.
It is important to participate in the meeting.
Grammar Patterns
to take part in sth. an ((et3)) teilnehmen He is taking part in the marathon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mitmachen (to join in), beiwohnen (to attend)
Etymology
From 'teil' (part) + 'nehmen' (to take). Literally 'to take part'.
Memory Tips
It's a separable verb! 'Ich nehme teil.' The prefix 'teil' moves to the end of the clause. Always used with the preposition 'an + Dativ'.