No. 420 in German
erfahrung
"Erfahrung" means "experience" gained through practice or life.
In a sentence
Ich habe viel Erfahrung im Umgang mit Computern.
I have a lot of experience with handling computers.
In this sentence, 'Erfahrung' refers to practical knowledge or expertise gained from regular use or practice of something, implying competency.
Die Reise nach Asien war eine einmalige Erfahrung.
The trip to Asia was a unique experience.
Here, 'Erfahrung' is used to express an impactful or memorable event encountered in life, emphasizing personal growth or insight.
Er sucht nach neuen Erfahrungen, um seinen Horizont zu erweitern.
He is seeking new experiences to broaden his horizons.
In this example, 'Erfahrung' represents seeking diverse and novel encounters, related to learning, discovery, or personal development.
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