verrichten
perform · carry out · do
Etwas tun, das als Aufgabe oder Pflicht nötig ist.
The German word "verrichten" is a verb that means "to carry out," "to perform," or "to do." It's made up of "ver-", a common German prefix often used to imply a completion or finishing of the action, and "richten," which has various meanings including "to direct" or "to set up." The composite suggests "completeness" or "thoroughness" in carrying out a task.
Similar German words include "ausführen" (to execute or perform), "erledigen" (to take care of or complete), and "tun" (to do). While each of these words relates to carrying out actions, "verrichten" specifically implies the successful and appropriate completion of tasks, duties, or rituals, often in a mundane or habitual context (like daily chores or duties).
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Examples
Er verrichtet seine Aufgaben mit Sorgfalt.verb
He performs his duties with care.
Täglich verrichtet sie ihre Arbeit gewissenhaft.verb
Every day she conscientiously performs her work.
Welche schweren Tätigkeiten hat der Handwerker verrichtet?verb
What strenuous tasks has the tradesman carried out?
Alle Mitarbeiter mussten ihr Gebet still verrichten.verb
All employees had to perform their prayer in silence.
Die Maschine verrichtet die schwere Arbeit für uns.verb
The machine does the heavy work for us.
Im Garten verrichten wir heute leichte Arbeiten.verb
We are carrying out light tasks in the garden today.
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