die Übernahme, -n
takeover
Das ist, wenn eine Firma eine andere Firma kauft und die Kontrolle darüber bekommt.
The German word "Übernahme" is a noun that means "takeover" or "acquisition." It is composed of the prefix "über-" meaning "over" or "above," and the verb "nehmen," which means "to take." The noun emphasizes the act of taking control or assuming responsibility, often used in contexts of business (like company takeovers) and other situations where authority or ownership is transferred.
Similar German words include "Erwerb" (purchase or acquisition) and "Aneignung" (appropriation or acquisition). The nuances between these terms may differ based on context: "Übernahme" directly implies a takeover involving control, while "Erwerb" is a more general term for obtaining something, and "Aneignung" can imply assimilation or appropriation without the context of a formal business transaction like in "Übernahme."
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Examples
Die Übernahme war erfolgreich.noun
The takeover was successful.
Eine Übernahme steht bevor.noun
A takeover is imminent.
Die Übernahme des Unternehmens wurde erfolgreich abgeschlossen.noun
The takeover of the company was successfully completed.
Die Übernahme stellt für unsere Firma eine große Herausforderung dar.noun
The takeover is a big challenge for our company.
Die Übernahme der Firma war riskant.noun
The takeover of the company was risky
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