stiften
donate · bring · contribute
The German word "stiften" is a verb that means "to donate" or "to found". It derives from the noun "Stiftung" which means "foundation" or "endowment". "Stiften" can also mean "to cause" or "to bring about", often in the context of confusion ("Verwirrung stiften" – "to cause confusion").
Similar words in German include:
- "spenden" (to donate)
- "gründen" (to found or establish)
- "verursachen" (to cause)
Differences:
- "Spenden" focuses specifically on donating money or resources, without the broader context of establishing something lasting.
- "Gründen" involves establishing or setting up something such as an organization or company, but without the implication of charity or endowment.
- "Verursachen" is a general term for causing or bringing about an action or effect, not specific to donations or establishing foundations.
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Examples
Er hat viel Geld gestiftet.verb
He has donated a lot of money.
Er strebt danach, Frieden zu stiften.verb
He strives to bring about peace.
Er möchte einen Betrag zu wohltätigen Zwecken stiften.verb
He wants to donate an amount for charitable purposes.
Er möchte etwas zum Wohl der Gemeinschaft stiften.verb
He wants to contribute something to the well-being of the community.
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