zugängen

This is the 4086th most frequent German word.


zugängen

"Zugängen" is the plural form of "Zugang," meaning "accesses" or "entrances" in English.


The word 'Zugang' is used here as a noun meaning 'access'.

Ich habe endlich Zugang zu den Archiven erhalten.

I have finally gained access to the archives.


Here, 'Zugänge' is a plural noun referring to physical entries or entrances.

Die Stadt hat beschlossen, die Zugänge zu öffentlichen Gebäuden zu renovieren.

The city has decided to renovate the accesses to public buildings.


This usage is derived from the verb form 'zugänglich machen', signifying making something accessible.

Er zugänglichte den Raum für die Gäste.

He made the room accessible for the guests.