Translation of German word "Verantwortung" to English
dieVerantwortung
/fɛʁʊntˈsoʊŋ/
Meaning
NounThe state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable.
How to use
The feminine noun Verantwortung ('responsibility / accountability') is derived from verantworten (to answer for) and declines regularly (no plural). The related adjective is verantwortlich (responsible / liable).
🇬🇧 English
responsibility
Example
Sie übernimmt die Verantwortung für das Projekt.
She takes responsibility for the project.
Die Firma übernimmt die Verantwortung für die Umweltschäden.
The company takes responsibility for the environmental damage.
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Common phrases
- Verantwortung tragen— to bear / carry responsibility
- Verantwortung übernehmen— to take / assume responsibility
- Verantwortung für— responsibility for (requires preposition 'für' + accusative)
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The German word "die Verantwortung" is defined as: "The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable."
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The German word "die Verantwortung" means "responsibility" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Sie übernimmt die Verantwortung für das Projekt." (which translates as "She takes responsibility for the project.").
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