in acht nemen — meaning in English

English meaning

• consider verb To think carefully about something before making a decision.
• observe verb To watch someone or something carefully.

Senses

in acht nemen is used for these senses in English:

• consider (intransitive) To think about something seriously or carefully: to deliberate.
• observe (transitive) To take note of and celebrate (a holiday or similar occurrence), to keep; to follow (a type of time or calendar reckoning).

consider — full definition

1. verb To think carefully about something before making a decision.
2. verb To regard or judge someone or something as having a particular quality.
3. verb To show regard or respect for someone's feelings or circumstances.

observe — full definition

1. verb To watch someone or something carefully.
2. verb To follow or comply with a rule, custom, or celebration.
3. verb To make a remark or comment.

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