Bestehen
Example: Ich bestehe die Prüfung, weil ich gut gelernt habe.
Definition
"Bestehen" means to pass or succeed in something, often used in the context of exams or tests, as in 'Ich bestehe die Prüfung,' which translates to passing the exam due to good preparation.
Etymology
The German verb "bestehen" originates from Old High German 'bistān,' which means to stand or endure. Over time, it evolved to include meanings such as passing a test or existing. Did you know? The root suggests a sense of standing firm or enduring, fitting well with the idea of successfully passing.
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"Bestehen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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