das Versagen, -
failure
Es bedeutet, dass jemand oder etwas eine Aufgabe nicht richtig schafft oder ein Ziel nicht erreicht.
The German word "Versagen" is a noun that means "failure" or "to fail." It is derived from the verb "versagen," which means "to fail" or "to deny." "Versagen" can refer to various contexts, such as personal failures, technical malfunctions, or inadequate performance.
Similar words in German include "Scheitern" (failure), "Misslingen" (to go wrong), and "Niederlage" (defeat).
The differences lie in their usage:
- "Versagen" often implies a broader scope, including both personal and systemic failures.
- "Scheitern" typically emphasizes the act of failing at a specific task or undertaking.
- "Misslingen" focuses on the unsuccessful outcome of a particular action.
- "Niederlage" is usually used in the context of defeat in competition or conflict.
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Examples
Das Versagen des Motors kam unerwartet.noun
The failure of the engine came unexpectedly.
Angst vor Versagen kann lähmend wirken.noun
Fear of failure can have a paralyzing effect.
Gibt es Gründe für sein ständiges Versagen?noun
Are there reasons for his constant failure?
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