VERB

hinausgehen/hɪˈnaʊ̯sˌɡeːən/to go out; to exceed; to step outside

hinausgehen is a German verb that means to go out, to exceed, or to step outside. It is pronounced /hɪˈnaʊ̯sˌɡeːən/.

Definitions

1.to leave an enclosed space and go outside(movement to outside)

a.to go out from a building or room into the open air

Kannst du bitte mal kurz hinausgehen?—Can you please step outside for a moment?

2.to exceed or go beyond a limit (often with 'über')(figurative: exceed/overstep)

a.to go beyond the usual, expected, or allowed; to exceed

Das geht über deine Kompetenzen hinaus.—That goes beyond your authority.

Frequently asked questions

What does "hinausgehen" mean in English?
"hinausgehen" means to go out, to exceed, or to step outside. It is a German verb.
How do you pronounce "hinausgehen"?
"hinausgehen" is pronounced /hɪˈnaʊ̯sˌɡeːən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "hinausgehen"?
"hinausgehen" is a verb in German.

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