die Bemühung, -en
effort
Der Versuch, etwas mit Fleiß und Einsatz zu erreichen.
The German word „Bemühung“ is a noun meaning „effort“ or „attempt“. It is derived from the verb „sich bemühen“, where „Müh“ means „toil“ or „labor“ (hard work).
Similar words:
- Anstrengung (exertion, strain)
- Versuch (attempt, try)
- Einsatz (commitment, effort)
Difference:
- Bemühung emphasizes the act of striving or making an effort, often politely or seriously done.
- Anstrengung implies a physical or mental strain, often stronger or more exhausting.
- Versuch focuses on trying or attempting, not necessarily linked to continuous effort.
- Einsatz refers to putting something into action, often with connotation of commitment or use of resources.
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Examples
Deine Bemühung wird sicherlich Früchte tragen.noun
Your effort will surely bear fruit.
Die Bemühung wird schließlich zum Erfolg führen.noun
The effort will eventually lead to success.
Unsere Bemühung, die Qualität zu verbessern, zahlt sich endlich aus.noun
Our effort to improve quality is finally paying off.
Trotz aller Bemühungen blieb die Suche erfolglos.noun
Despite all efforts, the search remained unsuccessful.
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