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eintreffen
/ˈaɪnˌtʁɛfn̩/
to arrive
Der Zug ist pünktlich eingetroffen.
The train arrived on time.
formal
To arrive at a destination, especially by public transport or in a formal context.
Die Gäste sind bereits eingetroffen.
The guests have already arrived.
Often used in formal or official contexts, such as announcements or reports.
formal
To reach a decision or conclusion after consideration.
Die Jury ist zu einem Urteil eingetroffen.
The jury has reached a verdict.
Less common usage, typically in legal or formal contexts.
Collocations
pünktlich eintreffento arrive on timefrüh eintreffento arrive earlyverspätet eintreffento arrive late
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
'Eintreffen' is more formal than 'ankommen'. Use 'ankommen' in everyday speech.
Gold Rule
Separable Prefix
'Eintreffen' is a separable verb. In the perfect tense, the prefix 'ein-' moves to the end: 'Der Zug ist eingetroffen.'
Word Origin
From the prefix 'ein-' (in, into) and 'treffen' (to hit, meet), originally meaning 'to hit the mark' or 'to arrive at a destination'.
Usage Notes
The verb 'eintreffen' is often used in formal or official contexts, such as announcements or reports. In everyday speech, 'ankommen' is more commonly used.
Word Breakdown
ein-
in, into
prefixtreffen
to hit, meet
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