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sammeln
gather
The German word 'sammeln' is the direct translation of the English word 'gather'. It is used in the same context, meaning to collect or bring together. For example, 'Ich sammle Briefmarken' means 'I gather stamps'.
Example sentences using: sammeln
Wir sammeln Briefmarken
We collect stamps
This sentence expresses a hobby or pastime activity where the subject 'we' spends time gathering or acquiring different types of stamps.
Die Kinder sammeln Steine am Strand
The children are collecting stones on the beach
This sentence describes an action where 'the children' are involved in gathering or picking up stones/pebbles while they are at the beach.
Er sammelt alte Münzen
He collects old coins
This is a sentence about an individual who has a hobby of collecting or acquiring old or antique coins.