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zusammenpassen

to fit together

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zusammenpassen

to go together

To harmonize; to go well together in terms of qualities, appearance, or character.

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Ich finde, die neue Couch und der Teppich passen farblich nicht gut zusammen.

I think the new couch and the rug don't go together well in terms of color.

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zusammenpassen vs passen

to fit / suit / pass

'passen' and 'zusammenpassen' both have to do with something being right or harmonious. 'Passen' is often used when a single thing is right for a person, an appointment, or a situation: 'Die Jacke passt' (the jacket fits), 'der Termin passt' (the appointment works). 'Zusammenpassen' is used when two or more things go well together or can be connected with each other. So it emphasizes the relationship between the parts. Learners may confuse the words because both occur with clothing, colors, people, or objects. As a simple guide: something 'passt zu' something; two things 'passen zusammen'.

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zusammenpassen

Der rote Schal und die schwarze Jacke passen gut zusammen.

The red scarf and the black jacket go well together.

passen

Die neuen Schuhe passen mir gut, aber sie sind etwas teuer.

The new shoes fit me well, but they are a bit expensive.

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