Engagement
Sie zeigte großes Engagement für ihre Arbeit.
She showed great commitment to her work.
A pledge or commitment, especially in a romantic or professional context.
Ihr Engagement für die Umwelt ist bewundernswert.
Her commitment to the environment is admirable.
In German, 'Engagement' can refer to both a promise of marriage and a strong dedication to a cause.
The act of engaging or involving oneself in an activity or cause.
Das Engagement der Freiwilligen war entscheidend für den Erfolg des Projekts.
The volunteers' involvement was crucial to the project's success.
This sense is more general and can apply to any form of active participation.
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Pro Tip
Capitalization
Remember that 'Engagement' is a noun in German and must be capitalized.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'Engagement' can vary significantly depending on the context, so pay attention to the surrounding words.
Word Origin
From French 'engagement,' derived from 'engager' (to engage), ultimately from Latin 'in' (in) + 'gagare' (to pledge).
Usage Notes
In German, 'Engagement' can also refer to a formal promise of marriage, similar to 'betrothal' in English. The word is capitalized as it is a noun in German.