Urteilen
Example: Man soll nicht über andere Menschen schnell urteilen.
Definition
"Urteilen" means to form or express an opinion or conclusion about someone or something after careful consideration. It involves evaluating information and making a judgment, as in the phrase 'Man soll nicht über andere Menschen schnell urteilen,' meaning one should not judge others quickly.
Etymology
The German word "urteilen" comes from Old High German 'urteilan,' which means to give a verdict or judgment. The root 'teil' means part or portion, suggesting the act of dividing or deciding on a matter. Did you know? The word shares roots with the English term 'trial,' both relating to legal judgment.
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