German Word of the Day
Herausforderung
/he-RAU-sfor-der-ung/ • noun — 2nd of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: challenge
Examples
- Die Prüfung war eine große Herausforderung.
(The exam was a big challenge.) - Wir müssen diese Herausforderung gemeinsam meistern.
(We need to tackle this challenge together.) - Er liebt die Herausforderung, neue Fähigkeiten zu erlernen.
(He loves the challenge of learning new skills.)
Synonyms
- Aufgabe
- Anforderung
Commonly used in various contexts, from personal growth to work situations, to describe situations that require effort and skill.
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