mobilization
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mobilization
The preparation and deployment of a state's armed forces, materials, and economy for a war.
Mit der allgemeinen Mobilisierung bereitete sich das Land auf den bevorstehenden Konflikt vor.
With general mobilization, the country prepared for the impending conflict.
mobilization
The activation and gathering of people or resources for a common goal, for example for a political campaign or a protest.
Die Mobilisierung der Wähler in den letzten Tagen war entscheidend für den Wahlausgang.
The mobilization of voters in the final days was decisive for the election outcome.
mobilization
In medicine, the targeted movement of a patient in order to restore mobility after an operation, injury, or long period of bed rest.
Die Mobilisierung des Patienten begann bereits am ersten Tag nach der Operation.
The mobilization of the patient began on the very first day after the operation.
The noun 'Mobilisierung' (mobilization) comes from the verb 'mobilisieren' (to mobilize). Both words come from the adjective 'mobil' (mobile) and describe the process of making something or someone mobile, ready for deployment, or active. The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a noun that describes the action or the result.
Um die Bevölkerung zu mobilisieren, startete die Regierung eine große Kampagne.
To mobilize the population, the government launched a large campaign.
You can recognize the meaning of 'Mobilisierung' (mobilization) from the context. In connection with 'Armee' (army), 'Krieg' (war), or 'Streitkräfte' (armed forces), the military meaning is intended. Words like 'Wähler' (voters), 'Protest' (protest), or 'Kampagne' (campaign) point to the political or social meaning. In the context of 'Patient' (patient), 'Operation' (operation), or 'Therapie' (therapy), it is about the medical meaning.
Die Mobilisierung der Armee dauerte mehrere Wochen.
The mobilization of the army took several weeks.
To express what or who is being mobilized, German usually uses the genitive or the preposition 'von' with the dative. The genitive construction is more common in written language.
Die Mobilisierung der Rettungskräfte erfolgte sehr schnell.
The mobilization of the rescue forces took place very quickly.
In a political and social context, 'Mobilisierung' (mobilization) is often connected with specific goals or groups. Typical phrases are 'die Mobilisierung von Wählern' (the mobilization of voters), 'die Mobilisierung von Ressourcen' (the mobilization of resources), or 'zur Mobilisierung aufrufen' (to call for mobilization).
Die Partei hofft auf eine starke Mobilisierung ihrer Anhänger am Wahltag.
The party is hoping for strong mobilization of its supporters on election day.
activation
Aktivierung and Mobilisierung can both refer to motivating people to participate in a common cause. Aktivierung is more general and can also mean motivating or enabling people to take part; Mobilisierung emphasizes gathering many people for a specific collective action. Use Mobilisierung for campaigns and protests, and Aktivierung for broader participation as well.
Die Mobilisierung der Bürger für den Protest gelang über soziale Medien.
Social media succeeded in mobilizing citizens for the protest.
Die Aktivierung der Bürger soll ihre Teilnahme an den Angeboten im Stadtteil fördern.
Activating citizens is intended to encourage their participation in local community programs.
