Beeinflussen
Example: Die Medien können die öffentliche Meinung stark beeinflussen.
Definition
"beeinflussen" means to have an effect on or alter someone or something, often in a subtle or indirect way. It involves changing opinions, behaviors, or outcomes, as in the example phrase where media can strongly influence public opinion.
Etymology
The word "beeinflussen" comes from the German prefix 'be-' combined with 'Einfluss,' meaning 'influence.' 'Einfluss' itself derives from the Latin 'influentia,' which originally referred to the flowing in of fluids or forces. Did you know? The concept of influence was once literally linked to the flow of celestial bodies' effects on humans!
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"Beeinflussen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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