Der Fortschritt
Example: Der Fortschritt der Technologie verändert unser tägliches Leben schnell.
Definition
"Der Fortschritt" refers to the process of moving forward or advancing, especially in terms of development, improvement, or innovation. It often describes positive changes or progress in fields like technology, society, or knowledge that lead to better conditions or new achievements.
Etymology
The word "der Fortschritt" comes from the German roots 'fort,' meaning 'forward,' and 'Schritt,' meaning 'step.' Together, they literally translate to 'forward step.' Did you know? This compound perfectly captures the idea of making continuous steps toward improvement or advancement.
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"Der Fortschritt" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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