zurückgeben

zurückgeben

"Zurückgeben" means "to give back."

In this sentence, 'zurückgeben' is used in the context of returning an item back to its original place, such as a borrowed book to a library.

Ich muss das Buch heute noch an die Bibliothek zurückgeben.

I have to return the book to the library today.

Here, 'zurückgeben' is used for the act of giving something back to its rightful owner, specifically referring to money.

Bitte geben Sie mir mein Wechselgeld zurück.

Please give me back my change.

In this example, 'zurückgeben' refers to handing back rights or privileges, illustrating its broader applicability to non-physical items as well.

Der Fernsehsender hat die Rechte an der Sendung an den Produzenten zurückgegeben.

The television station returned the rights to the producer.