ermahnen

The German word "ermahnen" is a verb meaning "to admonish" or "to reprimand".

• It is made from the root word "mahnen", which means "to urge", "to remind", or "to warn".
• The prefix "er-" often intensifies the action.

Similar words:

• "warnen" (to warn)
• "tadeln" (to reprimand, to criticize)
• "hinweisen" (to point out)

Difference:

• "Ermahnen" carries a sense of a polite or serious verbal warning, often encouraging better behavior.
• "Warnen" focuses more on alerting to danger.
• "Tadeln" is usually stronger and more direct criticism.
• "Hinweisen" is more neutral, simply pointing out something without judgment.