Der Fortschritt
Example: Der Fortschritt in der Technik hilft uns im Alltag sehr.
Definition
"Der Fortschritt" refers to the process of moving forward or advancing, especially in terms of development, improvement, or growth in various fields such as technology, society, or knowledge. It signifies positive change that helps enhance daily life and overall conditions.
Etymology
The word "der Fortschritt" comes from the German prefix 'fort-' meaning 'forward' and the noun 'Schritt' meaning 'step.' Together, they literally mean 'a step forward.' Did you know this term reflects the idea of progress as a series of advancing steps?
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"Der Fortschritt" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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