Die Entwicklung
Example: Die Entwicklung der Demokratie war ein langer Prozess in der Geschichte.
Definition
"Die Entwicklung" refers to the gradual process of change and growth over time, especially in historical or social contexts. It describes how something, such as democracy, evolves step by step through various influences and events throughout history.
Etymology
The word "die Entwicklung" comes from the German verb 'entwickeln,' meaning to develop or unfold. Originally, it referred to the act of unrolling or unfolding, much like opening a scroll or a map, which metaphorically extended to the idea of gradual progress or growth.
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