German word

verbessern

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈbɛsɐn/

Meaning

  • verbimprove

Example

Seine Note hat sich sehr verbessert.

His grade has improved a lot.

Illustration for verbessern (improve)

More examples

Ich lerne täglich, um meinen Wortschatz zu verbessern.

I study every day to improve my vocabulary.

Core concept

A flawed result is adjusted toward a better state, while a person, skill, or performance can also make steady progress.

Common phrases

  • den Wortschatz verbessern

    improve one's vocabulary

  • die Grammatik verbessern

    improve one's grammar

Similar words

sich verbessern: To gradually become better through effort or experience.
korrigieren: To correct errors in a text or answer so that it is accurate.
ausbessern: To repair tears or damage and restore appearance or function.

Definition in German

Durch Änderung oder Korrektur eine Sache besser machen; sich verbessern: allmählich besser werden oder Fortschritte zeigen

Word origin

The verb verbessern combines ver- with bessern, which is related to besser, the comparative form of gut.

Usage tips

  • With a direct object, verbessern means making something better, while sich verbessern describes a person, skill, or result getting better.

Other meanings

  • get betterverb

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