behest in German
behest in German is Befehl, Geheiß — behest means a command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of.".
behest in German
Befehl
A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of and at one's behest. [from 12th c.]
Geheiß
A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of and at one's behest. [from 12th c.]
What does "behest" mean?
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noun A command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of."
"The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board."
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- The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board.
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What is "behest" in German?
"behest" in German is Befehl, Geheiß. behest means: A command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of."
How do you use "behest" in a sentence?
Example: "The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board." In German, "behest" is Befehl, Geheiß.
Are there other ways to say "behest" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "behest": Befehl, Geheiß.
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