No. 2,610 in German
begeben
"Begeben" means "to proceed" or "to go (to a place)."
In a sentence
Er begab sich auf die Suche nach seiner verlorenen Uhr.
He set out in search of his lost watch.
The verb 'begab' means 'set out' or 'proceeded,' indicating that the subject is starting or continuing an action towards a purpose.
Die Gäste begaben sich in den Festsaal.
The guests moved to the banquet hall.
Here, the verb 'begaben' implies that the guests are physically relocating themselves toward the banquet hall, suggesting movement or transition.
Sie dürfen sich nicht in Gefahr begeben.
You must not put yourself in danger.
In this context, 'begeben' refers to placing oneself in a particular situation or position, which may involve a choice or decision.
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