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embrace in German

embrace in German is Umarmung, umarmen, annehmen — embrace means to hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.

embrace in German

Umarmung
noun
An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
umarmen
verb
(transitive) To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
umarmen
verb
(transitive, figuratively) To enfold, to include (ideas, principles, etc.); to encompass.
annehmen
verb
(transitive, figuratively) To enfold, to include (ideas, principles, etc.); to encompass.

What does "embrace" mean?

  1. verb To hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.
    "They embraced tightly at the airport after months apart."
  2. verb To accept an idea, opportunity, or change willingly and enthusiastically.
    "The company decided to embrace remote work rather than resist it."
  3. noun An act of holding someone closely in one's arms; a hug.
    "They shared a warm embrace before saying goodbye."
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embrace in a sentence

  • They embraced tightly at the airport after months apart.
  • She embraced her old friend the moment she saw her.
  • The company decided to embrace remote work rather than resist it.
  • He embraced the challenge instead of shying away from it.

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What is "embrace" in German?

"embrace" in German is Umarmung, umarmen, annehmen. embrace means: To hold someone closely in your arms as a sign of affection; to hug.

How do you use "embrace" in a sentence?

Example: "They embraced tightly at the airport after months apart." In German, "embrace" is Umarmung, umarmen, annehmen.

Are there other ways to say "embrace" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "embrace": Umarmung, umarmen, annehmen.

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