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responsibility
German → American English
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responsibility
The state or duty of being responsible for something or someone.
Er übernimmt die Verantwortung für das Projekt.Use Verantwortung for moral, personal, or general responsibility. Use Zuständigkeit when you mean official responsibility or jurisdiction over a task.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the German word for responsibility?
The most common German word is Verantwortung.
Is Zuständigkeit the same as Verantwortung?
Not exactly. Zuständigkeit usually means official responsibility or responsibility for a task or area.
How do you say take responsibility in German?
You can say Verantwortung übernehmen.