entstehen
arise
The German word 'entstehen' is a verb that is used to describe the process of coming into existence or being created. It is often used to describe the origin or beginning of something, such as a problem, a situation, or a phenomenon. For example, one might say 'Das Problem ist vor einigen Jahren entstanden' (The problem arose a few years ago).
Example sentences using: entstehen
Neue Ideen entstehen oft aus Fehlern.
New ideas often arise from mistakes.
This example shows the use of 'entstehen' to demonstrate the origination of something, in this case, new ideas. It implies that mistakes can often lead to the creation of fresh ideas.
Aus der Asche wird ein neues Leben entstehen.
A new life will emerge from the ashes.
This sentence uses 'entstehen' to depict emergence or coming into existence. Here, it projects an optimistic view of the future despite current devastation, symbolised by the ashes.
Die Kunstwerke sind durch Zufall entstanden.
The artworks were created by chance.
In this example, 'entstehen' is used to describe the spontaneous creation of something, 'the artworks'. It indicates that the origin of the artworks was unplanned or accidental.