No. 4,209 in German
beschließen
"Beschließen" means "to decide" or "to resolve."
In a sentence
Ich beschließe, jeden Tag zu meditieren.
I resolve to meditate every day.
indicates making a personal decision or resolution.
Die Regierung beschloss, neue Umweltgesetze einzuführen.
The government decided to introduce new environmental laws.
used to indicate a formal decision or resolution by an organization or authority.
Wir haben beschlossen, dieses Jahr in den Bergen Urlaub zu machen.
We decided to go on vacation in the mountains this year.
indicates a collective decision made in agreement.
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