adjectiveverb
berufen
appoint · invoke
jemanden für eine Aufgabe oder einen wichtigen Posten auswählen und einsetzen
The German word "berufen" is a verb meaning "to appoint" or "to call (someone to a position)".
- It is based on the verb "rufen" which means "to call".
Similar words:
- ernennen (to appoint)
- einsetzen (to commission)
- anrufen (to call on the phone, but less formal/official)
Difference:
- "berufen" specifically implies a formal or official calling/appointment to a role or position.
- "ernennen" is similar but often used for appointments by authority.
- "einsetzen" often refers to placing someone into a role/function.
- "anrufen" is for casual telephone calls and not for appointments.
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Examples
Der Präsident hat einen neuen Leiter berufen.verb
The president has appointed a new director.
Er beruft sich nicht auf sein Recht zu schweigen.verb
He does not invoke his right to remain silent.
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