der Appell, -e
appeal
Eine Bitte oder Aufforderung an Menschen, etwas Bestimmtes zu tun.
The German word "Appell" is a noun that means "appeal" or "call to action". It is borrowed from the French word "appel" which means the same thing. "Appell" can refer to a formal request or an urgent call for assistance or action. It can also be used in a military context to mean "roll call" or "assembly".
Similar words in German include "Aufruf" (call or appeal), "Anruf" (call), and "Ersuchen" (request).
Differences:
- "Aufruf" is broader and can refer to any call to do something, often publicly.
- "Anruf" generally means a telephone call rather than a call to action.
- "Ersuchen" is typically used for formal, often written, requests usually addressed to authority or higher instances.
Thus, "Appell" is more nuanced in typically emphasizing the sense of urgency or moral imperative.
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Examples
Der Appell des Lehrers war deutlich.noun
The appeal of the teacher was clear.
Der Präsident richtete einen Appell an die Nation.noun
The president addressed an appeal to the nation.
Ein Appell an die Vernunft ist immer wichtig.noun
An appeal to reason is always important.
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