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to remedy
To solve a problem or improve a bad situation by taking appropriate measures.
Die Regierung versprach, bei der Wohnungsnot schnell Abhilfe zu schaffen.
The government promised to quickly remedy the housing shortage.
remedy
A measure or solution that eliminates a deficiency or problem. Often used in formal or legal contexts.
Gegen diese Entscheidung gibt es keine rechtliche Abhilfe.
There is no legal remedy against this decision.
'Abhilfe' is almost always used in the fixed expression 'Abhilfe schaffen' (to remedy something / to provide a solution). It means to actively solve a problem or improve a situation.
Gegen den Lärm muss dringend Abhilfe geschaffen werden.
The noise urgently needs to be remedied.
The word is derived from the verb 'abhelfen' (to remedy). The prefix 'ab-' here reinforces the idea of eliminating a problem or 'helping it away.'
Nur neue Gesetze können hier Abhilfe schaffen.
Only new laws can remedy the situation here.
To name the problem for which a solution is being found, you usually use the prepositions 'bei' (+ dative) or 'gegen' (+ accusative).
Die Stadt will bei der Parkplatznot Abhilfe schaffen.
The city wants to remedy the lack of parking spaces.
Outside the expression 'Abhilfe schaffen' (to remedy something / to provide a solution), the word 'Abhilfe' (remedy) on its own is rather rare and belongs in formal or legal contexts.
Der Mieter forderte vom Vermieter sofortige Abhilfe.
The tenant demanded immediate remedy from the landlord.
solution
Die Lösung refers to a way or result through which a problem is dealt with. Die Abhilfe places more emphasis on a specific measure that eliminates a deficiency or improves a bad situation. Abhilfe is therefore often the better choice for practical countermeasures.
Bis zum Einbau der Anlage schafft ein Luftentfeuchter Abhilfe.
A dehumidifier will remedy the problem until the system is installed.
Eine neue Lüftungsanlage ist eine dauerhafte Lösung für das Feuchtigkeitsproblem.
A new ventilation system is a permanent solution to the moisture problem.
