Die Verantwortung
Example: Jeder trägt Verantwortung für seine eigenen Entscheidungen.
Definition
"Die Verantwortung" refers to the duty or obligation to take care of something or someone and to answer for one's actions or decisions. It involves being accountable for the consequences that arise from one's choices, as in the phrase 'Jeder trägt Verantwortung für seine eigenen Entscheidungen.'
Etymology
"Die Verantwortung" originates from the German verb "verantworten," meaning 'to be accountable.' The term combines the prefix "ver-" with "Antwort," meaning 'answer,' thus literally translating to 'giving an answer' or 'being responsible.' Did you know that it reflects the concept of answering for one’s actions?
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