durchsetzen
enforce · push through · assert
Es bedeutet, dass man seinen Willen oder eine Idee gegen Widerstand erfolgreich verwirklicht.
The German word "durchsetzen" is a separable verb composed of "durch" (through) and "setzen" (to set/put). It means "to enforce," "to carry out," or "to assert." It often refers to successfully making an idea, rule, or decision accepted or effective despite resistance.
Similar words:
- "durchführen" – to carry out/execute (focuses on the process)
- "erreichen" – to achieve/reach (focuses on the result)
- "durchdrücken" – to push through (implies forcefulness)
Differences:
- "Durchsetzen" emphasizes overcoming opposition to make something accepted or binding.
- "Durchführen" stresses the execution of a task or plan.
- "Erreichen" focuses on achieving a goal but not necessarily on enforcing it.
- "Durchdrücken" has a more forceful or aggressive connotation.
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Examples
Sie setzt ihre Entscheidung konsequent durch.verb
She consistently enforces her decision.
Er will seine Pläne durchsetzen.verb
He wants to push through his plans.
Er muss sich mit seinen Ideen durchsetzen.verb
He must assert himself with his ideas.
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