versammeln
Translation
to gather, to assemble, to collect
Examples
Die Familie hat sich versammelt.
The family has gathered.
Er versammelt seine Freunde.
He is gathering his friends.
Alle sind im Saal versammelt.
Everyone is assembled in the hall.
Grammar Patterns
((sich)) to gather, to assemble The family has gathered.
((sb./sth.)) to gather sb./sth. The coach assembles the team.
((sich)) ((um+4)) to gather around sb./sth. The children gather around the teacher.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sammeln, treffen; Antonyms: zerstreuen, trennen
Etymology
From the prefix 'ver-' (indicating completion or bringing together) and 'sammeln' (to collect). Literally 'to collect together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'sammeln' as collecting stamps. 'versammeln' is for assembling people. The 'ver-' prefix intensifies the 'togetherness'.