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zurechtkommen — meaning in English

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English meaning

cope verb To deal successfully with a difficult situation.

Senses

zurechtkommen is used for these senses in English:

cope (intransitive) To deal effectively with something, especially if difficult.
cope with (transitive) To come to terms with; to overcome any difficulties presented by.
get along (intransitive, idiomatic) To survive; to do well enough.

cope — full definition

verb To deal successfully with a difficult situation.
noun (slang) A coping mechanism, comforting belief, or self-delusion someone relies on to get through a hard situation.

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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”.

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