verb
respektieren
tisztelni
The German word "respektieren" is a verb meaning "to respect" or "to acknowledge". It comes from the noun "Respekt" (respect), which itself is borrowed from Latin respectus meaning "regard" or "consideration."
Components:
- Respekt = respect, regard
- -ieren = typical verb ending for borrowed verbs
Similar words:
- achten (to respect, to pay attention)
- ehren (to honor)
- anerkennen (to recognize, to acknowledge)
Differences:
- "respektieren" focuses on respecting someone's rights, opinions, or status.
- "achten" can imply general respect but also attention or care.
- "ehren" is stronger, often linked with honoring or paying tribute.
- "anerkennen" emphasizes formal recognition or acceptance rather than personal respect.
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Examples
Sie respektieren die Regeln.verb
Ők tisztelik a szabályokat.
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