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To turn on or activate a device or machine.
Er hat den Fernseher angemacht.
He turned on the TV.
Commonly used for electronic devices and appliances.
To start or initiate something, often with enthusiasm.
Sie haben die Party angemacht.
They started the party.
Can be used metaphorically for starting an event or activity.
To flirt with or hit on someone.
Er hat versucht, sie anzumachen.
He tried to hit on her.
Informal and often used in a playful or teasing context.
The meaning of 'anmachen' depends heavily on the context. Pay attention to the object it's used with to determine the correct translation.
In formal contexts, use 'einschalten' for turning on devices. 'Anmachen' is more casual and colloquial.
From the prefix 'an-' (on) and the verb 'machen' (to make or do). The combination suggests the action of activating or initiating something.
The verb 'anmachen' is versatile and can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. The slang meaning is common in informal settings.