No. 4,221 in German
betreuen
To care for, look after, or supervise.
In a sentence
Die Erzieherin betreut die Kinder im Kindergarten.
The educator looks after the children in the kindergarten.
In this sentence, 'betreuen' is used to signify supervising and caring for individuals, highlighting the supportive and care-giving aspect of the role.
Der Projektmanager betreut das Team während der Umsetzung.
The project manager oversees the team during implementation.
Here, 'betreuen' conveys the idea of guiding and supervising tasks or groups in a professional setting, emphasizing leadership and coordination.
Eine Sozialarbeiterin betreut hilfsbedürftige Menschen.
A social worker supports people in need.
In this context, 'betreuen' refers to providing assistance and support to vulnerable individuals, demonstrating a role of empathy and service.
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