verb
bekunden
express
Etwas klar sagen oder zeigen, was man denkt, fühlt oder will.
The German word "bekunden" is a verb meaning "to express" or "to manifest" (feelings, opinions, or intentions).
- Root word: "Kunde" means "news" or "information".
- With the prefix "be-", it modifies the verb to mean expressing or showing something.
Similar words:
- zeigen (to show)
- ausdrücken (to express)
- äußern (to state/express)
Differences:
- bekunden usually implies a deliberate, often formal expression of feelings or opinions.
- zeigen is more general, means "to show" in a physical or figurative sense.
- ausdrücken focuses on verbal or emotional expression.
- äußern often relates specifically to expressing opinions or speech.
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Examples
Viele Menschen bekunden ihre Meinung dazu.verb
Many people express their opinion on this.
Viele Menschen bekunden ihre Unterstützung für die Aktion.verb
Many people express their support for the campaign.
Einige Besucher bekunden großes Interesse an der Ausstellung.verb
Some visitors express great interest in the exhibition.
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