Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To notice something or learn about it, often indirectly.
Natural examples
Ich habe die Durchsage im Zug kaum mitbekommen.
I barely heard the announcement on the train.
Hast du mitbekommen, dass der Laden früher schließt?
Did you hear that the shop closes earlier?
Sie bekam den Streit im Nebenraum mit.
She noticed the argument in the next room.
Usage note
Separable strong verb taking an object. It often means hearing or noticing something indirectly.
Mini-lesson: mitbekommen
To notice something or learn about it, often indirectly. Separable strong verb taking an object. It often means hearing or noticing something indirectly.
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