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[2024-09-17] Unlock German Wonders: Proverbs, Words & More!

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Ever wondered how to make learning German fun and easy? Join us as we explore a fascinating German proverb, 'In der Kürze liegt die Würze,' and learn everyday words like Problem, Essen, offiziell, ermöglichen, and premature!

Problem

The German word "Problem" is a direct cognate of the English word "problem". It is used in the same way as in English to describe a situation or issue that needs to be solved or dealt with. It can also be used in a more general sense to refer to any kind of difficulty or challenge.

Here's how to use it:

  • Wir haben ein Problem.
  • Das Problem liegt bei dir.
  • Was ist das Problem?

Essen

The German word 'Essen' is a noun that is used to refer to food in general. It is a very common word and can be used in a variety of contexts. For example, one might say 'Ich kaufe Essen' (I am buying food) or 'Das Essen ist lecker' (The food is delicious).

Here's how to use it:

  • Wir müssen das Essen bestellen.
  • Ich habe mein Essen vergessen.
  • Das Essen riecht gut.

offiziell

The German word 'offiziell' is used to describe something that is officially recognized, sanctioned, or endorsed by a governing body or authority. It can be used to describe documents, statements, or actions that have been formally approved or endorsed. It is often used in the context of government, law, or business to denote something that is legitimate or binding.

Here's how to use it:

  • Die offizielle Erklärung war nicht befriedigend.
  • Das ist die offizielle Politik des Unternehmens.
  • Sie ist die offizielle Vertreterin der Regierung.

ermöglichen

The German word 'ermöglichen' is used to express the idea of enabling or making something possible. It is often used in the context of granting permission, providing opportunities, or facilitating actions. The word is a verb and is typically used in the infinitive form, 'ermöglichen', or in its conjugated forms, such as 'ermöglicht' (present tense, third person singular) or 'ermöglichte' (past tense, third person singular).

Here's how to use it:

  • Die neuen Technologien ermöglichen eine bessere Kommunikation.
  • Deutschkenntnisse können es Ihnen ermöglichen, in Deutschland zu arbeiten.
  • Diese Änderungen ermöglichen eine effizientere Nutzung unserer Ressourcen.

premature

The German word for 'premature' is 'premature'. It is used in the same way as in English, to describe something that happens before it is supposed to or before it is ready. For example, 'The baby was born premature' would be 'Das Baby wurde premature geboren' in German.

Here's how to use it:

  • Das ist eine vorzeitige Entscheidung.
  • Die vorzeitige Geburt war ein Schock für uns alle.
  • Seine vorzeitige Pensionierung überraschte mich.
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In der Kürze liegt die Würze.

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