Verändern
Example: Wir können die Welt durch unsere Taten verändern.
Definition
"Verändern" means to make a change or alteration to something, causing it to become different in some way. It involves modifying or transforming the state, appearance, or nature of an object, situation, or condition. For example, "Wir können die Welt durch unsere Taten verändern" means we can change the world through our actions.
Etymology
The German word "verändern" comes from the prefix "ver-" combined with "ändern," which means to change. The prefix "ver-" often indicates a transformation or thorough change. So, "verändern" literally means to change thoroughly or to alter. Did you know? The similar English word "change" has a separate origin from Latin, but both convey the idea of transformation.
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