yːbɐˈtsɔɪ̯ɡn̩
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Translation
to convince, persuade
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Word origin
A compound of über- and zeugen ('to bear witness'), related to Zeuge ('witness').
- Origin
- German
- Root
- über- + zeugen
Grammar
Examples
, .
She managed to convince her parents to let her travel.
Argumente .
His arguments completely convinced me.
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We need to convince the boss of our plan.
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