English–German

“count toward” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈanˌʁɛçnən/

Example

Die Punkte werden auf die Gesamtwertung angerechnet.

The points are counted toward the overall score.

Illustration for anrechnen (count toward)

How to say “count toward” in German

“Count toward” in German is anrechnen.

A person's account receives a result, action, or fault that can improve or harm its standing.

Full entry for anrechnen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with anrechnen

Man kann das Praktikum auf das Studium anrechnen.

The internship can count toward the course of study.

Tips for using anrechnen

  • In jemandem etwas anrechnen, the person takes dative, while auf etwas anrechnen marks what a score or amount counts toward.

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