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akzeptieren
/akˈt͡sɛpˌtiːʁən/
to accept
Sie hat das Angebot akzeptiert.
She accepted the offer.
general
To accept or approve of something, often with a sense of willingness or agreement.
Er akzeptiert die Regeln des Spiels.
He accepts the rules of the game.
Die Gesellschaft muss Vielfalt akzeptieren.
Society must accept diversity.
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, often implying a conscious decision to agree or comply.
Collocations
etwas akzeptierento accept somethingjemanden akzeptierento accept someonedie Verantwortung akzeptierento accept responsibility
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Common Usage
Use 'akzeptieren' when referring to accepting ideas, rules, or people, often with a sense of willingness or approval.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, 'akzeptieren' is often used for official agreements or decisions, while in informal contexts, it can express personal acceptance.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'acceptare' (to receive willingly), via French 'accepter'.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or professional contexts, but also common in everyday language. Can imply a formal agreement or a personal decision to agree with something.
Word Breakdown
akzept-
accept
root-ieren
to do
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