Example: Ich habe mich nach langem Überlegen endlich entschieden.
Definition
"Sich entscheiden" means to make a choice or come to a conclusion after careful thought or consideration. It involves selecting one option among several possible ones, often after a period of reflection or deliberation, as in the example sentence: 'Ich habe mich nach langem Überlegen endlich entschieden.'
Translations
make up one's mind
decidirse
een besluit nemen
decidir-se
se décider
Etymology
The German phrase "sich entscheiden" originates from the verb "entscheiden," which comes from Middle High German 'entscheiden,' meaning to decide or resolve. It is composed of the prefix 'ent-' indicating completion or separation, and 'scheiden,' meaning to separate or divide. Did you know? The root 'scheiden' is related to the English word 'shed,' both implying separation.
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make up one's mind