Die Rolle
Example: In der Firma hat jeder Mitarbeiter eine wichtige Rolle.
Definition
"Die Rolle" in management refers to the function or position that an employee or team member holds within an organization, often associated with specific responsibilities and expectations. For example, in a company, every employee has an important "Rolle" contributing to overall success.
Etymology
The German word "die Rolle" originally means 'roll' or 'roller,' derived from the Middle High German 'rolle,' which in turn comes from the Latin 'rotula,' meaning a small wheel. Over time, its meaning expanded metaphorically in management to signify a person's part or function, much like a role in a play.
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"Die Rolle" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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