die Bereitschaft, -en
willingness
Der Zustand, in dem man innerlich oder praktisch darauf vorbereitet ist, etwas zu tun oder auf etwas zu reagieren.
The German word "Bereitschaft" is a noun that means "readiness" or "preparedness". It is composed of "bereit" (ready) and the suffix "-schaft", which indicates a state or condition. "Bereitschaft" often refers to a willingness to act or respond to a situation.
Similar words include "Bereitstellung" (provision) and "Vorbereitung" (preparation).
The difference lies in that "Bereitschaft" specifically implies a state of readiness or willingness, while "Vorbereitung" indicates the process of preparing, and "Bereitstellung" involves provision or availability of resources.
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Examples
Deine Bereitschaft zu helfen ist bewundernswert.noun
Your willingness to help is admirable.
Die Bereitschaft zu lernen wird immer geschätzt.noun
The willingness to learn is always appreciated.
Seine Bereitschaft, früh aufzustehen, ist bewundernswert.noun
His willingness to get up early is admirable.
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