المعنى
To be considerate of someone or something's feelings or needs.
خلفية ثقافية
The 'Mittagsruhe' (1 PM - 3 PM) is a time where taking Rücksicht is legally expected in many rental contracts. No drilling or loud music! Swiss culture takes Rücksicht to another level, especially regarding recycling and public order. Not following these rules is seen as a lack of Rücksicht. In Vienna, 'Rücksicht' is often paired with 'Höflichkeit' (politeness). It's common to hear it in the U-Bahn (subway) announcements. German 'Feierabend' (end of work day) is respected; taking Rücksicht means not calling colleagues about work after 6 PM.
The 'Auf' Rule
Always remember 'auf' + Akkusativ. If you forget the preposition, the sentence falls apart.
Don't use 'für'
English speakers always want to say 'Rücksicht für'. Resist the urge!
المعنى
To be considerate of someone or something's feelings or needs.
The 'Auf' Rule
Always remember 'auf' + Akkusativ. If you forget the preposition, the sentence falls apart.
Don't use 'für'
English speakers always want to say 'Rücksicht für'. Resist the urge!
Use the Adjective
If the full phrase feels too long, just use 'rücksichtsvoll'. It's easier and very natural.
The Magic Word
Using this phrase in a complaint makes you sound much more reasonable and 'German' than just getting angry.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the correct preposition and article (Akkusativ).
Wir müssen Rücksicht ______ ______ (the, plural) Nachbarn nehmen.
'Rücksicht nehmen' always takes 'auf' + Akkusativ. 'Nachbarn' is plural here.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct form of the verb 'nehmen'.
'nehmen' is an irregular verb: e -> i in the 'du' form.
Match the situation to the correct sentence.
Situation: You are in a library and someone is talking loudly.
This is the most appropriate social application for a library setting.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Warum fährst du so langsam? B: Hier sind viele Kinder. Ich muss ________________.
The full phrase is 'Rücksicht auf [jemanden] nehmen'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Rücksichtsvoll vs. Rücksichtslos
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينWir müssen Rücksicht ______ ______ (the, plural) Nachbarn nehmen.
'Rücksicht nehmen' always takes 'auf' + Akkusativ. 'Nachbarn' is plural here.
Choose the correct form of the verb 'nehmen'.
'nehmen' is an irregular verb: e -> i in the 'du' form.
Situation: You are in a library and someone is talking loudly.
This is the most appropriate social application for a library setting.
A: Warum fährst du so langsam? B: Hier sind viele Kinder. Ich muss ________________.
The full phrase is 'Rücksicht auf [jemanden] nehmen'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةIt is neutral. You can use it with your best friend or your boss.
'Vorsicht' is 'caution' (to avoid danger). 'Rücksicht' is 'consideration' (to avoid bothering others).
Yes! 'Rücksicht auf Tiere nehmen' is very common, especially in the forest.
Always the Akkusativ case.
The word is 'rücksichtslos'.
No, 'zu' is incorrect. Only 'auf' is used.
Technically yes ('Rücksichten'), but it is almost never used. Stick to the singular.
Yes, it shows you are a team player.
It means 'mutual consideration'—the idea that everyone looks out for everyone else.
Not anymore. It is now 100% figurative for social consideration.
Yes, often in signs: 'Es wird um Rücksichtnahme gebeten.'
Yes, 'Rücksicht auf die eigene Gesundheit nehmen' is a common phrase.
عبارات ذات صلة
rücksichtsvoll
similarconsiderate
rücksichtslos
contrastruthless/reckless
beachten
similarto pay attention to
schonen
specialized formto go easy on / protect
Rücksichtnahme
builds onthe act of consideration
aufpassen auf
similarto watch out for
