Die Warnung
Example: Die Warnung vor dem Feueralarm war sehr wichtig.
Definition
"Die Warnung" refers to the act or instance of giving a cautionary message or alert to prevent harm or danger. In the context of HR, it often means a formal notice to employees about unacceptable behavior or performance, aiming to correct or improve it before further action.
Etymology
The German word "die Warnung" comes from the verb "warnen," which means to warn or caution. It traces back to Old High German "warnōn," related to being cautious or alert. Did you know? The concept of warning has been important in human communication for centuries, helping people avoid danger and make safer decisions.
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"Die Warnung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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