die Herausforderung, -en
challenge
Eine Situation, in der man sich anstrengen muss, um ein Ziel zu erreichen oder ein Problem zu lösen.
The German word "Herausforderung" is a noun made up of:
- heraus: "out" or "forth"
- Forderung: "demand" or "claim"
Together, "Herausforderung" means "challenge" — a task or situation that demands effort or skill.
Similar words:
- Aufgabe (task)
- Problem (problem)
- Anforderung (requirement, demand)
Differences:
- Aufgabe is more neutral, simply meaning a task to be done.
- Problem has a stronger negative connotation.
- Anforderung refers to what is required or demanded, not necessarily implying difficulty.
- Herausforderung specifically highlights something testing one's abilities.
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Examples
Die Herausforderung ist groß, aber ich bin bereit dafür.noun
The challenge is big, but I am ready for it.
Er stellt sich der Herausforderung.noun
He faces the challenge.
Die Herausforderung ist groß.noun
The challenge is great.
Eine Herausforderung motiviert mich immer.noun
A challenge always motivates me.
Eine Herausforderung erfordert oft viel Geduld und Ausdauer.noun
A challenge often requires a lot of patience and perseverance.
Herausforderungen machen das Leben spannend.noun
Challenges make life exciting.
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