nachgehen

This is the 2035th most frequent German word.

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nachgehen

"Nachgehen" means "to pursue" or "to follow up on."


The verb 'nachgehen' is used here in the sense of investigating or pursuing something.

Ich werde dieser Frage nachgehen.

I will pursue this question.


Here, 'nachgehen' signifies engaging in or dedicating oneself to an activity.

Er geht seinem Hobby mit Leidenschaft nach.

He pursues his hobby with passion.


In this sentence, 'nachgehen' is used to indicate that the clock is running slower than it should.

Die Uhr geht nach.

The clock is slow.