ermoeglichen

"Ermöglichen" is a German verb that translates to "to make possible," "to enable," or "to allow." It is derived from the adjective "möglich," meaning "possible." The verb signifies the act of creating conditions or providing means that permit something to happen or be done.

The word "ermöglichen" is frequently used in contexts where an action or event was previously hindered or impossible, and specific factors have now removed those barriers. For instance, a new technology might "ermöglichen" faster communication, or a financial grant could "ermöglichen" a student to pursue higher education. It implies a proactive step taken by someone or something to facilitate an outcome.

In grammar, "ermöglichen" often takes an object, which is the thing being made possible, and can be followed by a prepositional phrase indicating who or what is being enabled, or under what conditions. For example, "Die Regierung ermöglicht den Bürgern den Zugang zu Informationen" translates to "The government enables citizens access to information." The verb highlights the agency involved in transforming a potential into a reality. It is a common and versatile term in German, used across various domains from everyday conversation to technical and administrative language.