überspringen
Translation
to skip, to jump over, to omit
Examples
Das Pferd überspringt das Hindernis.
The horse jumps over the obstacle.
Ich überspringe diese Seite im Buch.
I'm skipping this page in the book.
Er überspringt oft das Frühstück.
He often skips breakfast.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to jump over, to skip (sth.) The horse jumps over the obstacle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: auslassen, übergehen
Etymology
Composed of 'über-' (over) + 'springen' (to jump). The literal meaning is 'to jump over'. It's an inseparable verb.
Memory Tips
Connect the literal action of 'jumping over' something with the figurative action of 'skipping' something, like a chapter or a meal.