VERB
auseinandersetzen (sich)to discuss; to grapple with; to deal with
auseinandersetzen (sich) is a German verb that means to discuss, to grapple with, or to deal with.
Definitions
1.to discuss or examine something in detail, often with differing opinions(discussion, debate)
a.to engage thoroughly in a subject, argument, or problem
Wir haben uns stundenlang mit diesem Thema auseinandergesetzt.—We dealt with this topic for hours.
b.to dispute or argue with someone
Er setzte sich mit seinem Kollegen über den Plan auseinander.—He argued with his colleague about the plan.
2.to seriously think about and come to terms with something(mental engagement, reflection)
a.to confront or wrestle with an issue, often personal or abstract
Man muss sich mit seinen Ängsten auseinandersetzen.—You have to come to terms with your fears.
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- "auseinandersetzen (sich)" means to discuss, to grapple with, or to deal with. It is a German verb.
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- "auseinandersetzen (sich)" is a verb in German.
