Verantwortlich
Example: Er ist für die Sicherheit im Unternehmen verantwortlich.
Definition
"Verantwortlich" describes being accountable or having the duty to take care of something or someone, especially in situations where one's actions or decisions impact outcomes, such as in the example phrase 'Er ist für die Sicherheit im Unternehmen verantwortlich,' meaning he is responsible for the company's safety.
Etymology
The word "verantwortlich" comes from the German verb 'antworten,' meaning 'to answer,' combined with the prefix 'ver-' which often implies a sense of completion or thoroughness. Essentially, it reflects the concept of being able to 'answer for' one's actions or duties. Did you know? The root 'antworten' is related to the idea of responding or replying, highlighting the connection between responsibility and accountability.
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"Verantwortlich" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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