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anfangen

take up

Meaning of anfangen

start a hobby

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DE[ˈanˌfaŋən]
take up
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anfangen belongs to the topic "Hobbies and Interests". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

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anfangen synonyms

Related words worth learning together

beginnen
A very general neutral verb meaning "to begin" or "to start." It fits almost any situation, including hobbies, but does not specifically suggest taking up a new interest.
starten
A fairly common and slightly more dynamic way to say "to start" or "to launch." It often sounds more informal and energetic than beginnen.
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🇩🇪de

A very general neutral verb meaning "to begin" or "to start." It fits almost any situation, including hobbies, but does not specifically suggest taking up a new interest.

B1Very Often
🇩🇪de

A fairly common and slightly more dynamic way to say "to start" or "to launch." It often sounds more informal and energetic than beginnen.

B1Often

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How to pronounce anfangen and what this word means

anfangen means take up. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce anfangen

[ˈanˌfaŋən]

anfangen translation

take up

anfangen transcription

[ˈanˌfaŋən]

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anfangen meaning: what does it mean?

ein neues Hobby anfangen

anfangen pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

anfangen is pronounced as [ˈanˌfaŋən]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

Is anfangen part of Hobbies and Interests vocabulary?

Yes, anfangen (take up) can be learned in the Hobbies and Interests topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is anfangen part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?

Yes, anfangen (take up) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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