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drücken

press

/ˈdʁʏkn̩/verb

Meanings

  • verb · A1

    To push firmly against something, especially a button, switch, or door.

    Drücken Sie die grüne Taste zum Starten.

  • verb · A2

    To hold someone tightly in your arms to show affection.

    Ich möchte dich zum Abschied fest drücken.

  • verb · B1

    To cause discomfort or pain by applying tight pressure against the body.

    Meine neuen Schuhe drücken beim Laufen.

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