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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.
to bring in
To bring or lead someone or something to a specific place. This meaning is less common and rather formal.
Der Angeklagte wurde von zwei Justizbeamten in den Gerichtssaal herbeigeführt.
The defendant was brought into the courtroom by two judicial officers.
'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 refer to bringing a person to a place. Bringen is the neutral everyday form for this. Herbeiführen is rare and formal in this meaning and emphasizes that the person is deliberately led to the place.
Ein Gerichtsbediensteter führt den Zeugen auf Anordnung in den Saal herbei.
A court officer brings the witness into the courtroom by order.
Ein Mitarbeiter bringt den Zeugen in den Saal.
An employee brings the witness into the courtroom.
