VERB

heranziehen/hɛˈʁanˌt͡siːən/to consult; to involve; to raise (a child)

heranziehen is a German verb that means to consult, to involve, or to raise (a child). It is pronounced /hɛˈʁanˌt͡siːən/.

Definitions

1.to consult or use something as a basis for a decision, assessment, etc.(use as reference; consult)

a.to use (documents, reports, etc.) as a basis

Für die Entscheidung wurden mehrere Gutachten herangezogen.Several expert opinions were consulted for the decision.

2.to include or involve someone/something in a process(include; involve)

a.to bring in a person for consultation or participation

Experten wurden in die Untersuchung herangezogen.Experts were involved in the investigation.

3.to raise or bring up (a child, animal, etc.)(raise; bring up)

a.to raise/grow a child or animal

Er wurde von seinen Großeltern herangezogen.He was raised by his grandparents.

Frequently asked questions

What does "heranziehen" mean in English?
"heranziehen" means to consult, to involve, or to raise (a child). It is a German verb.
How do you pronounce "heranziehen"?
"heranziehen" is pronounced /hɛˈʁanˌt͡siːən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "heranziehen"?
"heranziehen" is a verb in German.

Related verbs

Learn German faster with Alexandria flashcards

Build your German vocabulary with focused flashcard study in the Alexandria app.