bewirken
cause · bring about
Etwas als Folge haben oder dazu führen, dass etwas passiert.
The German word "bewirken" is a verb that means "to effect" or "to cause". It can also mean "to bring about". If used in a context like "eine Änderung bewirken", it translates to "to effect a change". The word fits contexts where an outcome or change is initiated, as a result of certain actions or interventions.
Similar words in German include "verursachen" (to cause), "auslösen" (to trigger), and "führen zu" (to lead to). These alternatives differ mainly in their usage contexts and nuances; "verursachen" often carries implications of blame or negative consequences, "auslösen" refers to triggering events, and "führen zu" implies a more direct linkage or consequential relationship to the result. "Bewirken", when contrasted with these, typically implies intention and causality for outcomes not especially negative or blame-worthy.
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Examples
Die Kampagne bewirkt einen wichtigen sozialen Wandel.verb
The campaign causes an important social change.
Seine Worte bewirken eine große Veränderung.verb
His words cause a great change.
Neue Maßnahmen können viel Gutes bewirken.verb
New measures can bring about a lot of good.
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