verb
hetzen
rush
Sich oder andere sehr schnell und mit Druck bewegen oder antreiben, oft ohne Ruhe.
The German word "hetzen" is a verb meaning "to rush," "to hustle," or "to chase/hunt". It originates from the verb "hetzen," which historically meant "to incite" (e.g., dogs or people) or "to prey upon".
Similar words include:
- eilen (to hurry),
- jagen (to hunt/chase),
- hetzen can also imply harrying or pressuring someone.
Difference:
- Eilen is just hurrying oneself, often a neutral action.
- Jagen specifically emphasizes the act of chasing for hunting or pursuit.
- Hetzen often carries a negative or more intense connotation of rushing under pressure or instigating/fueling pursuit or stress.
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Examples
Wir sollten uns nicht hetzen und die Zeit genießen.verb
We should not rush and enjoy the time.
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