Example: In der Diskussion sollten wir die Bedürfnisse der Kunden in den Mittelpunkt stellen.
Definition
"Etwas in den Mittelpunkt stellen" means to focus attention or prioritize something as the most important aspect in a discussion, activity, or situation. For example, it involves making the needs of customers the central point of consideration.
Translations
put at the center
poner en el centro
centraal stellen
situar al centre
placer au centre
Etymology
The phrase "etwas in den Mittelpunkt stellen" literally translates to 'to place something in the center point.' It comes from the German words 'etwas' (something), 'Mittelpunkt' (center point), and 'stellen' (to place). The expression metaphorically means highlighting or emphasizing a subject by putting it at the center of attention.
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