verb
to accept
B1
Means 'to accept' (approve, receive). It's a regular weak verb (Partizip II: akzeptiert) using haben as auxiliary. Transitive: takes an accusative object (etwas akzeptieren). Non‑reflexive. Common for accepting offers, conditions or facts; passive and imperative forms are regular in German.
Examples
Der Vorsitzende akzeptierte den Vorschlag, obwohl einige Mitglieder Bedenken äußerten.
The chairman accepted the proposal, although some members expressed concerns.
Er akzeptierte die Bedingungen.
He accepted the conditions.
Ich akzeptiere dein Angebot.
I accept your offer.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture someone nodding and saying 'I accept' while holding a document.
Sounds like 'accept' + '-ieren' (a common German verb ending).
Notes
A regular -ieren verb. Uses haben as auxiliary in perfect tenses. Common in formal and informal contexts.