worstellen

Worstellen is a German verb meaning "to present," "to introduce," or "to exhibit." It is commonly used in contexts where someone is showing something to an audience, whether it be a product, an idea, or oneself. The word is derived from the Old High German "wor," meaning "before" or "in front of," and "stellen," meaning "to place" or "to set."

In a professional setting, one might "worstellen" a new business plan to investors or "worstellen" a new software feature to clients. In a more personal context, a student might "worstellen" their research project to their classmates, or an artist might "worstellen" their latest artwork at a gallery. The act of "worstellen" implies a formal or semi-formal presentation with the intention of informing, persuading, or demonstrating.

The verb can also be used transitively, meaning "to present something" or "to introduce someone." For example, "Ich werde Ihnen meine Kollegin vorstellen" translates to "I will introduce my colleague to you." The noun form of the verb is "Vorstellung," which can mean "presentation," "performance," "imagination," or "idea." Understanding the nuances of "worstellen" and its related forms is crucial for effective communication in German.