agieren
act
Etwas tun oder handeln, um ein Ziel zu erreichen.
The German word "agieren" is a verb that means "to act" or "to operate". It is derived from the Latin "agere," which also means "to do" or "to carry out." "Agieren" is often used in contexts that involve taking action, especially in a strategic or functional manner.
Similar words in German include "handeln" (to act or to trade), "wirken" (to have an effect), and "operate" (to operate).
The difference among these words can be subtle. For instance, "handeln" often implies negotiating or making decisions, while "wirken" focuses more on the impact of actions rather than the actions themselves, and "operate" can suggest executing in a technical or mechanical sense. "Agieren" is typically used in a more proactive or intentional context.
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Examples
Wir agieren gemäß dem Plan.verb
We act according to the plan.
Sie agieren vorsichtig in dieser Situation.verb
They are acting cautiously in this situation.
Er muss schnell agieren, um das Problem zu lösen.verb
He must act quickly to solve the problem.
Sie agieren vorsichtig in der neuen Situation.verb
They act cautiously in the new situation.
Menschen agieren oft vorsichtig in unbekannten Umgebungen.verb
People act cautiously in unfamiliar environments.
Man muss klug agieren, um Erfolg zu haben.verb
One must act wisely to be successful.
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