meldet sich an

/ˈmɛldət zɪç an/
phraseIntermediate
formalinformal

To register or sign up for something, such as a course, event, or service.

Sie meldet sich für den Marathon an.

She is registering for the marathon.

Meldest du dich für das Webinar an?

Are you signing up for the webinar?

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This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as enrolling in classes, joining clubs, or subscribing to services.

Collocations

sich für etwas anmeldento register for somethingsich bei jemandem anmeldento check in with someone

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Related Phrases

sich abmeldenphrase
to unregister or cancel
sich anmeldenphrase
to register or sign up

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Use

While 'meldet sich an' is neutral, 'anmelden' is more formal and often used in official contexts.

Gold Rule

Reflexive Pronoun

Always use the reflexive pronoun 'sich' with this phrase, as it refers to the subject performing the action on themselves.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'melden' (to report) and the reflexive pronoun 'sich' combined with the preposition 'an' (to).

📝Usage Notes

The phrase is often used in administrative or bureaucratic contexts, such as enrolling in school, joining a gym, or subscribing to a service. It can also be used in informal settings, like signing up for a social event.

Word Breakdown

meldet
reports or registers
verb
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sich
reflexive pronoun (oneself)
pronoun
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an
to or at (preposition)
preposition
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