German VERB B2 Rank 12004

reformieren

to reform

reformieren – reformierte – hat reformiert

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reformieren vs modernisieren

to modernize

Modernisieren and reformieren can both mean adapting an existing system to new conditions. Modernisieren brings it up to date technically, in terms of content, or in design. Reformieren, by contrast, changes its fundamental structures or rules in order to improve it.

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reformieren

Das Land reformiert das Schulsystem und verändert seine grundlegenden Strukturen und Regeln.

The country is reforming the school system and changing its fundamental structures and rules.

modernisieren

Das Land modernisiert das Schulsystem mit digitaler Technik und neuen Lernmethoden.

The country is modernizing the school system with digital technology and new teaching methods.

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