German VERB B1 Rank 9832

nachgeben

to give in / to yield

nachgeben – gab nach – hat nachgegeben

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

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nachgeben vs ergeben

to result / surrender

Both verbs can describe a reaction to pressure or resistance. Someone who gives in usually yields and agrees to the other person's wishes; someone who surrenders gives up more completely and submits to the opposing side. „Nachgeben“ is therefore more suitable for a compromise, while „sich ergeben“ refers to complete capitulation.

Visual example for ergeben
nachgeben

Nach der langen Diskussion gab die Gruppe den Forderungen der Nachbarn nach.

After the long discussion, the group gave in to the neighbors' demands.

ergeben

Nach der langen Belagerung ergab sich die Gruppe den Soldaten.

After the long siege, the group surrendered to the soldiers.

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