How is the word übernehmen translated from German to English

English translation
Take over
phrase

Die Leitung einer Aufgabe oder Firma übernehmen.

To take control of a job or company.

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  • Sie übernimmt im Mai. — She will take over in May.

  • Wer wird den Laden übernehmen? — Who is going to take over the shop?

  • Als der Chef ging, musste ich übernehmen. — When the manager left, I had to take over.

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