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to bring about
To cause something to happen; to bring about a certain situation, decision, or event, often intentionally.
Durch sein unvorsichtiges Handeln hat er den Unfall herbeigeführt.
Through his careless actions, he brought about the accident.
'Herbeiführen' (to bring about) is a separable verb with the prefix 'herbei-'. In a main clause, the prefix comes at the end of the sentence.
Der Redner führte durch seine Worte eine lebhafte Diskussion herbei.
Through his words, the speaker brought about a lively discussion.
This verb belongs to elevated written language and is rarely used in everyday spoken language. It sounds formal and is often used in official or written contexts.
Die Verhandlungen sollen eine friedliche Lösung herbeiführen.
The negotiations are intended to bring about a peaceful solution.
In its main meaning 'verursachen' (to cause), 'herbeiführen' (to bring about) is usually combined with abstract nouns. Typical examples are: to bring about a decision, a solution, a change, or an agreement.
Die neue Chefin will große Veränderungen im Unternehmen herbeiführen.
The new boss wants to bring about major changes in the company.
to bring
'bringen' and 'herbeiführen' can both mean that something happens because someone or something has an effect. However, 'bringen' is much more general and sounds more natural in everyday language, especially with results or consequences. 'herbeiführen' is more precise when a particular situation, decision, or change is deliberately caused. It sounds more formal and often fits politics, work, law, or official texts. Learners may confuse the words because both can express a consequence. As a simple guide: in everyday language, people often say 'etwas bringt ein Ergebnis' (something brings a result); when someone intentionally causes a situation, 'herbeiführen' fits better.
Die neue Regel soll eine schnelle Lösung des Problems herbeiführen.
The new rule is intended to bring about a quick solution to the problem.
Das Gespräch bringt endlich mehr Klarheit in den Streit.
The conversation finally brings more clarity to the dispute.