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to reaffirm
To confirm or reaffirm a statement, intention, or opinion again and with emphasis.
Der Politiker bekräftigte in seiner Rede das Versprechen, die Steuern nicht zu erhöhen.
In his speech, the politician reaffirmed the promise not to raise taxes.
The verb is made up of 'be-' and 'kräftig' (strong). To 'bekräftigen' (to reaffirm) something therefore literally means to give a statement or intention more force and make it stronger.
Mit ihrer Unterschrift bekräftigte sie ihre Zustimmung zum Vertrag.
With her signature, she reaffirmed her agreement to the contract.
'Bekräftigen' (to reaffirm) is an inseparable verb because it begins with the prefix 'be-'. The prefix remains firmly attached to the verb in all sentence forms.
Der Zeuge bekräftigte seine frühere Aussage vor Gericht.
The witness reaffirmed his earlier statement in court.
This verb is often used to confirm abstract things. Typical combinations are: 'eine Absicht bekräftigen' (to reaffirm an intention), 'einen Wunsch bekräftigen' (to reaffirm a wish), 'eine Position bekräftigen' (to reaffirm a position), or 'ein Versprechen bekräftigen' (to reaffirm a promise).
Er bekräftigte seinen Wunsch, das Projekt persönlich zu leiten.
He reaffirmed his wish to lead the project personally.
'Bekräftigen' (to reaffirm) is a word used in formal language. It is often used in political, legal, or official contexts.
Die Ministerin bekräftigte die Haltung der Regierung in der Debatte.
The minister reaffirmed the government's position in the debate.
to confirm
'bestätigen' and 'bekräftigen' can both make a statement or opinion stronger. 'bestätigen' often means that something is shown to be correct or is supported. 'bekräftigen' sounds stronger: you say something again with emphasis so that it seems clear and serious. 'bestätigen' fits many everyday situations, including factual or official contexts. 'bekräftigen' fits especially when someone clearly repeats their opinion, intention, or decision.
In der Pause bekräftigt sie noch einmal, dass das Team mehr für die Umwelt tun will.
During the break, she reaffirms once again that the team wants to do more for the environment.
Seine ruhige Antwort bestätigt meinen Eindruck, dass alles gut vorbereitet ist.
His calm answer confirms my impression that everything is well prepared.