Ins Gleichgewicht bringen
Example: Wir müssen die Kosten und den Nutzen ins Gleichgewicht bringen.
Definition
"Ins Gleichgewicht bringen" means to balance or equalize different elements, such as costs and benefits, so that they are in a state of stability or fairness. It involves adjusting factors to achieve harmony or equilibrium between opposing forces or values.
Etymology
The phrase "ins Gleichgewicht bringen" comes from German, where "Gleichgewicht" means 'balance' or 'equilibrium.' The verb 'bringen' means 'to bring.' Together, it literally means 'to bring into balance.' Did you know? This phrase is often used in contexts ranging from physical balance to abstract ideas like balancing costs and benefits.
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