No. 5,504 in German
bereitschaft
"Bereitschaft" means "readiness" or "willingness" in English.
In a sentence
Die Feuerwehr zeigte große Bereitschaft, schnell zu reagieren.
The fire department showed great willingness to respond quickly.
In this sentence, 'Bereitschaft' is used to describe readiness or willingness, specifically readiness of response in a trusted capacity.
Sie erklärte ihre Bereitschaft, an dem Projekt teilzunehmen.
She expressed her willingness to participate in the project.
Here, 'Bereitschaft' indicates a personal willingness or intention to engage in an activity.
Die Soldaten wurden in Bereitschaft gehalten.
The soldiers were kept on standby.
In this context, 'Bereitschaft' conveys the state of preparedness or alertness for action in a military setting.
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