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hochheben
German → American English
American English
lift
etwas nach oben heben; mit den Händen anheben oder hochnehmen
Kannst du bitte die Kiste hochheben?Use hochheben for physically lifting something upward, often briefly and with your hands. It is less common in formal writing than heben or anheben, and it can also be separable in related forms like hebt ... hoch in everyday speech.
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Frequently asked questions
What does hochheben mean in English?
Hochheben means "lift" or "pick up" in English.
What is the difference between hochheben and aufheben?
Hochheben emphasizes lifting something upward; aufheben can mean "pick up," but it also has other meanings like "cancel" or "keep."
Is hochheben separable in German?
Yes. In sentences, the prefix hoch- is separable in related verb forms, for example: Er hebt den Koffer hoch.