überweisen
Translation
to transfer (money), to wire, to refer (a patient)
Examples
Ich muss das Geld heute überweisen.
I have to transfer the money today.
Der Arzt hat mich zum Spezialisten überwiesen.
The doctor referred me to a specialist.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to sth.)) to transfer sth. to sth. (an account) I am transferring the money to your account.
((sb.)) ((to sb.)) to refer sb. to sb. (a specialist) The doctor is referring the patient to a specialist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to transfer, to wire, to refer
Etymology
Composed of 'über-' (over) and 'weisen' (to point, direct). The idea is directing something over to someone else.
Memory Tips
Visualize pointing ('weisen') your finger to direct money 'über' (over) the internet.