English–German
“take up” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaʊ̯fgʁaɪ̯fən/
Example
Der Lehrer greift das Thema auf.
The teacher takes up the topic.
How to say “take up” in German
“Take up” in German is aufgreifen.
A hand reaches for a topic and brings it into the discussion for attention and treatment.
Example sentences with aufgreifen
Die Sendung greift ein aktuelles Thema auf.
The program addresses a current topic.
Tips for using aufgreifen
- In a main clause, the prefix separates, as in Der Lehrer greift das Thema auf, while the verb takes an accusative object.