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zurückführen — meaning in English

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English meaning

ascribe verb To say that something is caused by a particular thing.

Senses

zurückführen is used for these senses in English:

ascribe (transitive) To attribute (a cause or characteristic) to someone or something.
put down (idiomatic) To give something as a reason for something else.

ascribe — full definition

verb To say that something is caused by a particular thing.
verb To say who created a particular work of art or writing.
verb To accept or agree with an idea or belief.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

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