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verfolgen

English translation of verfolgen

pursue

The German word 'verfolgen' is a verb that corresponds to the English 'pursue'. It is used to express the act of following, chasing, or tracking something or someone, often with the intention of catching or achieving it. For example, 'Ich verfolge meine Karriereziele' translates to 'I am pursuing my career goals'.


Example sentences using: verfolgen

Ich verfolge meine Ziele mit Entschlossenheit.

English translation of Ich verfolge meine Ziele mit Entschlossenheit.

I pursue my goals with determination.

This sentence exemplifies the use of 'verfolgen' when talking about pursuing goals or objectives. In this context, 'verfolgen' is used to describe a consistent effort made towards achieving something.

Die Polizei verfolgt den Dieb.

English translation of Die Polizei verfolgt den Dieb.

The police are chasing the thief.

Here, 'verfolgen' is used in a physical context, depicting the act of chasing or tracking. It's commonly used when referring to law enforcement or similar entities pursuing a suspected party.

Die Fans verfolgen das Spiel mit Spannung.

English translation of Die Fans verfolgen das Spiel mit Spannung.

The fans are closely following the game with excitement.

In this sentence, 'verfolgen' illustrates the scenario of following an event, like a sports game, with great interest. It implies that the subject is keeping a close eye on the progress of the event.

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