No. 4,086 in German
zugängen
"Zugängen" is the plural form of "Zugang," meaning "accesses" or "entrances" in English.
In a sentence
Ich habe endlich Zugang zu den Archiven erhalten.
I have finally gained access to the archives.
The word 'Zugang' is used here as a noun meaning 'access'.
Die Stadt hat beschlossen, die Zugänge zu öffentlichen Gebäuden zu renovieren.
The city has decided to renovate the accesses to public buildings.
Here, 'Zugänge' is a plural noun referring to physical entries or entrances.
Er zugänglichte den Raum für die Gäste.
He made the room accessible for the guests.
This usage is derived from the verb form 'zugänglich machen', signifying making something accessible.
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