beharren
insist
Es bedeutet, bei einer Meinung oder Entscheidung zu bleiben, auch wenn andere etwas anderes wollen.
The German word "beharren" is a verb that means "to insist" or "to persist". It comes from the root "harren," which means "to wait" or "to remain." "Beharren" suggests a strong adherence to a belief, opinion, or position, often despite opposition or pressure to change.
Similar words in German include "bestehen" (to insist or to exist), "aufschieben" (to persist), and "verharren" (to remain).
The main difference between "beharren" and these similar words is that "beharren" emphasizes a steadfast resolve in maintaining a stance, while "bestehen" has a broader meaning of existence or significance, "aufschieben" often implies postponement rather than insistence, and "verharren" generally suggests steadfastness in a state without actively resisting change.
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Examples
Sie beharren auf ihrer Entscheidung.verb
They insist on their decision.
Er beharrt trotz aller Zweifel darauf.verb
He insists on it despite all doubts.
Viele Menschen beharren oft auf ihrer Meinung.verb
Many people often insist on their opinion.
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