happened
Translation
happened, occurred, took place
Examples
An accident happened here.
An accident happened here.
What happened to your arm?
What happened to your arm?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) happen An accident happened.
((sth.)) happen ((to sb./sth.)) What happened to you?
Similar Words
Synonyms: occur, take place, transpire
Etymology
From Middle English *hapnen*, from *hap* meaning 'chance' or 'fortune'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'happy' things that can 'happen' by 'hap' (chance).