an verb

aneignen (sich)

hat angeignet · eignete an
Based on: an, eignen
1.

to get into one's possession

(For things it sounds a bit like stealing, because it usually comes with something like "widerrechtlich" (illegally))
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Examples
  • Thomas eignet sich widerrechtlich das Fahrrad seines Nachbarn an.
  • Thomas illegally appropriates his neighbor's bicycle.
2.

to learn

(for skills, usually for self study, both meanings are ALWAYS reflexive)
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Examples
  • Hast du dir das Kochen selbst angeeignet?
  • Did you teach yourself how to cook?

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How many meanings does the German word 'aneignen (sich)' have?

aneignen (sich) has 2 distinct meanings: 1. to get into one's possession, 2. to learn.

What is the past tense of 'aneignen (sich)'?

hat angeignet / eignete an

What is 'aneignen (sich)' related to?

The word 'aneignen (sich)' is related to an and eignen.

Where can I learn more about 'aneignen (sich)'?

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