beraten
advise
Jemandem helfen, eine Entscheidung zu treffen, indem man Wissen oder Ratschläge gibt.
The German word "beraten" is a verb that means "to advise" or "to consult". It is made up of the prefix "be-" and the verb "raten", which means "to guess" or "to advise".
- Similar words in German include:
- "empfehlen" (to recommend)
- "Anleiten" (to guide)
- "unterstützen" (to support)
Differences:
- "Beraten" is specifically used in the context of giving advice or consultation, often in a professional or expert capacity.
- "Empfehlen" focuses more on making a recommendation rather than consulting.
- "Anleiten" implies guiding someone through a process.
- "Unterstützen" means to support or assist but does not necessarily involve giving advice.
Each of these words has a slightly different nuance and application depending on the context in which they are used.
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Examples
Ich werde meinen Freund beraten.verb
I will advise my friend.
Ich werde meine Freunde in dieser Sache beraten.verb
I will advise my friends on this matter.
Sie beraten ihre Freunde in der Not.verb
They advise their friends in need.
Gestern hat der Lehrer die Schüler ausführlich beraten.verb
Yesterday the teacher thoroughly advised the students.
Nachdem sie das Problem erklärt hatte, wurde sie telefonisch beraten.verb
After she had explained the problem, she was advised over the phone.
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