Nahen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Nahen" is used as verb with the meaning of "approach", "draw near" or "come closer".

Essential properties of "nahen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: nahen
  • Simple past: nahte
  • Participle: genaht

See full conjugation of nahen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "nahen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To approach (in time or space)"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Winter naht und die Tage werden kürzer.Winter is approaching and the days are getting shorter.
  2. Die Stunde der Entscheidung naht schnell.The hour of decision is fast approaching.
  3. Der Zug naht sich dem Bahnhof.The train is approaching the station.

2.) "To sew"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie näht ein neues Kleid für die Feier.She is sewing a new dress for the celebration.
  2. Er nähte den Knopf an die Jacke.He sewed the button onto the jacket.
  3. Ich nähe gerne in meiner Freizeit.I like to sew in my free time.
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