zusprechen
award · encourage · give
Jemandem etwas geben oder sagen, dass er es bekommen soll, zum Beispiel Geld, ein Recht oder Hilfe.
The German word "zusprechen" is a verb that means "to affirm", "to grant", or "to award". It is composed of the prefix "zu" (to) and the verb "sprechen" (to speak). "Zusprechen" can also imply giving someone a right, benefit, or recognition based on some qualities or merit.
Similar words in German include "bewilligen" (to grant), "zugestehen" (to concede), and "anerkennen" (to recognize). The main difference among these words is that while "zusprechen" often implies a verbal affirmation or support, "bewilligen" is more about granting permission or approval, "zugestehen" involves recognizing or conceding something, and "anerkennen" emphasizes recognizing a right or validity in a formal sense.
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Examples
Der Richter sprach den Opfern schließlich eine Entschädigung zu.verb
The judge finally awarded the victims compensation.
Die Lehrer sprachen den Schülern viel Mut zu, bevor sie die Prüfung begannen.verb
The teachers encouraged the students a lot before they began the exam.
Die Eltern sprachen ihren Kindern am Abend Hoffnung zu.verb
In the evening, the parents gave their children encouragement.
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