yːbɐˈneːmən

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Translation

to take over; to take on, assume (responsibility)

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Grammar

Verb typestrong, inseparable (über-), perfect with haben

Examples

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Next year she is taking over her father's company.

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I took on responsibility for the project.

Leitung Abteilung?

Who took over the running of the department back then?

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This word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 4: Words 831-840.