noun
die Erfüllung, -en
fulfillment
Das ist der Moment, in dem etwas fertig gemacht oder eine Pflicht vollständig getan wird.
The German word Erfüllung is a noun meaning fulfillment or completion.
It is made up of:
- Füllung (filling) derived from the verb füllen (to fill), combined with the prefix Er-, which often indicates a completed action or result.
Similar words:
- Ausführung (execution),
- Vollendung (completion),
- Verwirklichung (realization, implementation).
Differences:
- Erfüllung often emphasizes emotional or contractual fulfillment (e.g., fulfilling a dream or duty).
- Ausführung focuses more on carrying out tasks or plans.
- Vollendung highlights the final completion stage.
- Verwirklichung stresses the realization or making something concrete or real.
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Examples
Die Erfüllung meiner Träume ist mein größtes Ziel.noun
The fulfillment of my dreams is my greatest goal.
Er strebt nach Erfüllung im Leben.noun
He strives for fulfillment in life.
Die Erfüllung des Vertrags ist wichtig für unsere Firma.noun
The fulfillment of the contract is important for our company.
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