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further development
The process by which something existing, e.g. a product, a skill, or a theory, is improved, expanded, or brought to a higher level.
Die ständige Weiterentwicklung der Software sorgt für mehr Sicherheit und neue Funktionen.
The constant further development of the software ensures greater security and new features.
The word has a clear structure: it combines 'weiter' (further) and 'Entwicklung' (development). So it literally describes a development that continues or carries forward something existing.
Die Firma investiert viel in die Weiterentwicklung ihrer Produkte.
The company invests a lot in the further development of its products.
To say what is being further developed, German usually uses the genitive or the preposition 'von' (of / from). Both forms are correct and common.
Die Weiterentwicklung der künstlichen Intelligenz schreitet schnell voran.
The further development of artificial intelligence is progressing quickly.
'Weiterentwicklung' (further development) is a typical word in formal, technical, or business contexts. It is often found in reports, presentations, and specialized texts.
Im Jahresbericht wird die positive Weiterentwicklung des Unternehmens betont.
The annual report emphasizes the positive further development of the company.
When referring to the process, the word is often combined with certain verbs. Typical phrases are 'die Weiterentwicklung fördern' (to promote further development), 'an der Weiterentwicklung arbeiten' (to work on further development), or 'zur Weiterentwicklung beitragen' (to contribute to further development).
Jeder Mitarbeiter kann zur Weiterentwicklung der Firma beitragen.
Every employee can contribute to the further development of the company.
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'die Entwicklung' and 'die Weiterentwicklung' both describe change and progress. 'Entwicklung' is more general: something can come into being for the first time or change over a longer period. 'Weiterentwicklung' is used when something already exists and is improved or expanded. The words are easy to confuse because both appear in contexts like technology, learning, or planning. When you mean the beginning or the whole process, 'Entwicklung' fits. When an existing thing is being made better, 'Weiterentwicklung' is more precise.
Tom plant die Weiterentwicklung der Webseite, damit sie einfacher zu benutzen ist.
Tom is planning the further development of the website so that it is easier to use.
Mina interessiert sich für die Entwicklung von Kindern im Grundschulalter.
Mina is interested in the development of children of primary school age.