challenge in German

challenge in German is Herausforderung, (schwierige) Aufgabe, herausfordern — challenge means a task or situation that tests someone's abilities in a demanding but often rewarding way.

challenge in German

Herausforderung

noun

A difficult task, especially one that the person making the attempt finds more enjoyable because of that difficulty.

(schwierige) Aufgabe

noun

A difficult task, especially one that the person making the attempt finds more enjoyable because of that difficulty.

Herausforderung

noun

(legal, rare) A judge's interest in the result of a case, constituting grounds for them to not be allowed to sit the case (e.g., a conflict of interest).

herausfordern

verb

What does "challenge" mean?

noun A task or situation that tests someone's abilities in a demanding but often rewarding way.
"Looking after three young children is a real challenge, but I enjoy it."
noun An invitation to a contest, or a questioning of something's validity.
"The champion accepted the challenge and agreed to play the young newcomer."
verb To dispute or question something, or to invite someone to a contest.
"Some parents challenged the school's plan to shorten the lunch break."

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

challenge in a sentence

Looking after three young children is a real challenge, but I enjoy it.
Learning a new language was a challenge she genuinely enjoyed.
The champion accepted the challenge and agreed to play the young newcomer.
The lawyer filed a legal challenge to the ruling.

Similar words in German

call out dispute gainsay hurdle obstacle trial undertaking

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "challenge" in German?

"challenge" in German is Herausforderung, (schwierige) Aufgabe, herausfordern. challenge means: A task or situation that tests someone's abilities in a demanding but often rewarding way.

How do you use "challenge" in a sentence?

Example: "Looking after three young children is a real challenge, but I enjoy it." In German, "challenge" is Herausforderung, (schwierige) Aufgabe, herausfordern.

Are there other ways to say "challenge" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "challenge": Herausforderung, (schwierige) Aufgabe, herausfordern.

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