ɡeːɡənˈʔyːbɐ
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Translation
opposite, across from; towards (in relation to someone)
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Word origin
From gegen ('against, towards') and über ('over'), literally 'facing towards'.
- Origin
- German
- Root
- gegen + über
Examples
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The restaurant is opposite the station.
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She sat across from me at dinner.
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He is always polite towards his colleagues.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 8: Words 761-770.