Zupacken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Zupacken" is used as verb with the meaning of "grab", "seize" or "grip".

Essential properties of "zupacken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: zupacken
  • Simple past: packte zu
  • Participle: zugepackt

See full conjugation of zupacken

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "zupacken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To grab or seize firmly"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er musste kräftig zupacken, um die Kiste zu heben.He had to grab firmly to lift the box.
  2. Wenn alle zupacken, sind wir schnell fertig.If everyone pitches in, we'll be done quickly.
  3. Sie kann richtig zupacken, wenn es nötig ist.She can really grab hold when necessary.

2.) "To work energetically, to pitch in"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wenn wir alle zupacken, schaffen wir es rechtzeitig.If we all pitch in, we'll finish on time.
  2. Er kann richtig zupacken, wenn es darauf ankommt.He can really buckle down when it matters.
  3. Sie müssen beim Umzug kräftig zupacken.You have to really pitch in during the move.
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