This is the 12576th most frequent German word.
weichen
"To yield, to give way, or to soften."
In this sentence, 'weichen' is used as a verb meaning 'to yield or give way to (something)', emphasizing the idea of replacement or displacement.
Die alten Gebäude müssen neuen weichen.
The old buildings must make way for new ones.
Here, 'weichen' is employed as a verb describing the action of fading or being removed, commonly used in contexts where substances are lost or change form.
Die Farbe weicht aus den Stoffen nach längerer Zeit.
The color fades from the fabrics after a longer time.
In this context, 'weichen' is used as a verb meaning 'to soften or moisten something', focusing on the physical effect of making something supple or pliable.