die Aufgabe, -n
task
Etwas, das man erledigen oder lösen muss, oft mit einem bestimmten Ziel.
Definition & meaning
The word Aufgabe (feminine, plural: Aufgaben) has two primary meanings in German:
- Task, assignment, or duty: This refers to a specific piece of work to be done, a problem to be solved, or a responsibility one must fulfill. It is commonly used in academic, professional, and everyday contexts (e.g., "Hausaufgaben" for homework).
- Giving up, surrender, or abandonment: This refers to the act of quitting an endeavor, resigning from a position, or relinquishing a claim or right.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a feminine noun. The plural form is Aufgaben.
- Word origin: It is derived from the German verb aufgeben.
- Auf- (up/on) + geben (to give).
- In the sense of a "task," it implies something that is given to someone to perform (given "up" to them).
- In the sense of "surrender," it refers to the act of giving one's position or effort "up."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms for "Task":
Synonyms for "Surrender":
Antonyms:
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Examples
Ich habe eine wichtige Aufgabe zu erledigen.noun
I have an important task to accomplish.
Die Aufgabe ist sehr kompliziert.noun
The task is very complicated.
Eine Aufgabe bleibt noch zu erledigen.noun
One task remains to be completed.
Eure Aufgabe wird morgen besprochen.noun
Your task will be discussed tomorrow.
Seine Aufgabe ist sehr schwierig.noun
His task is very difficult.
Meine Aufgabe war sehr komplex.noun
My task was very complex.
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