No. 1,084 in German
ermöglichen
To enable or make possible.
In a sentence
Das neue Gesetz soll die Nutzung erneuerbarer Energien ermöglichen.
The new law aims to enable the use of renewable energy.
Here, 'ermöglichen' is used to indicate making something possible or feasible.
Die finanzielle Unterstützung ermöglicht den Bau der Schule.
The financial support makes the construction of the school possible.
In this context, 'ermöglichen' refers to providing the means or resources to accomplish something.
Ein gutes Verständnis der Grammatik kann es einem Lernenden ermöglichen, flüssiger zu sprechen.
A good understanding of grammar can enable a learner to speak more fluently.
'ermöglichen' here is used to signify granting the capacity or ability to carry out an action or achieve a result.
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