Den Frieden schließen
Example: Die Länder wollen endlich den Frieden schließen.
Definition
"Den Frieden schließen" means to formally end a state of conflict or war between countries or parties, establishing peace through an agreement or treaty. It involves negotiation and mutual consent to stop hostilities and restore harmonious relations.
Etymology
The phrase "den Frieden schließen" originates from the German words 'Frieden' meaning peace, and 'schließen' meaning to close or conclude. Historically, it referred to the act of concluding peace agreements after conflicts. Did you know? The verb 'schließen' is related to the English 'close,' highlighting the idea of closing a chapter of war.
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