German VERB B1 Rank 11364

anpacken

to tackle / to grab

anpacken – packte an – hat angepackt

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Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry anpacken, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.

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anpacken vs angehen

to concern / turn on / tackle

“Angehen” and “anpacken” can both refer to starting work on a problem. “Angehen” remains neutral, while “anpacken” emphasizes a determined and energetic approach. If the main point is to stress strong commitment, choose “anpacken”.

Visual example for angehen
anpacken

Wir packen das Problem morgen gemeinsam und entschlossen an.

We’ll tackle the problem together and decisively tomorrow.

angehen

Wir gehen das Problem morgen Schritt für Schritt an.

We’ll tackle the problem step by step tomorrow.

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