Dictionary
wegnehmen
German → American English
American English
take away
to take away; to remove from someone or somewhere
Der Lehrer nahm dem Schüler das Handy weg.Wegnehmen is a separable verb and is often used when something is removed from someone or from a place. In everyday speech, take away is the closest English translation; be careful not to confuse it with mitnehmen, which means to take along.
Frequently asked questions
What does wegnehmen mean in English?
Wegnehmen means “take away” or “remove,” especially when something is taken from a person or place.
Is wegnehmen separable in German?
Yes. In the present tense and imperative, the prefix separates: Ich nehme dir das weg.
What is the difference between wegnehmen and mitnehmen?
Wegnehmen means to take away from someone or something, while mitnehmen means to take something along with you.
How do you use wegnehmen in a sentence?
A common example is: Sie nahm ihm das Handy weg. = She took his phone away.