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Abheben
German → American English
American English
Lift up
sich von einer Oberfläche lösen; Geld von einem Konto entnehmen; (bei Flugzeugen) starten
Am Automaten kann man schnell Geld abheben.“Abheben” is common with ATMs and bank accounts (Geld abheben). For lifting objects, German often prefers “anheben” or “hochheben” depending on context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “abheben” mean in English?
“Abheben” can mean “to lift off,” “to take off,” or “to withdraw (money),” depending on context.
How do you say “Geld abheben” in English?
“Geld abheben” means “to withdraw money.”
Is “abheben” the same as “lift up”?
Sometimes, but not always. For physical objects, “anheben” or “hochheben” is often a better match; “abheben” is also used for planes taking off and money withdrawals.
Does “abheben” have other meanings?
Yes. It can mean an aircraft taking off, something lifting away, or in colloquial German “to stand out” or “to get carried away.”