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A2 noun 8분 분량

Kampagne

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설명 Kampagne in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use the word 'Kampagne' often, but you might see it on posters or in simple advertisements. Think of it as a 'big project' that a company or the city does to tell you something. For example, if you see a poster saying 'Trinken Sie mehr Wasser!', that is part of a 'Kampagne'. At this stage, just remember that 'die Kampagne' is a feminine noun and it means 'campaign'. You can use it in very simple sentences like 'Das ist eine gute Kampagne' (That is a good campaign). You might hear it when people talk about ads on TV or YouTube. The most important thing for A1 learners is to recognize the word and know it relates to advertising or public information. Don't worry about the complex military or political meanings yet. Just associate it with 'advertising' (Werbung).

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'Kampagne' in basic descriptions of work or social issues. You should know that it is a feminine noun ('die Kampagne') and its plural is 'die Kampagnen'. You can use it with simple verbs like 'sehen' (to see), 'finden' (to find), or 'machen' (to make/do). For example: 'Ich finde die neue Kampagne von Apple sehr schön' (I find the new Apple campaign very beautiful). You might also encounter it in the context of health or the environment, like an 'Umweltkampagne' (environmental campaign). At this level, you should be able to understand a sentence like 'Die Stadt startet eine Kampagne für saubere Parks' (The city is starting a campaign for clean parks). It is a useful word for talking about things you see in public spaces or on the internet. Remember the pronunciation: the 'gn' sounds like 'ny' in English.

By B1, you should be able to use 'Kampagne' more flexibly in discussions about politics, the environment, and business. You should understand that a 'Kampagne' is a series of organized events, not just one single act. You can use more specific verbs like 'planen' (to plan), 'starten' (to start), or 'unterstützen' (to support). You will also start seeing compound words like 'Werbekampagne' (advertising campaign) or 'Wahlkampagne' (election campaign). At this level, you might say: 'Die Regierung hat eine Kampagne gegen das Rauchen gestartet' (The government has started a campaign against smoking). You should also be able to describe the goal of a campaign using 'um... zu' clauses: 'Die Kampagne wurde gestartet, um die Menschen zu informieren' (The campaign was started to inform the people). You are now moving beyond just seeing campaigns to understanding why they exist and who is behind them.

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At the B2 level, you should use 'Kampagne' in professional and academic contexts. You can discuss 'Marketingstrategien' and how a 'Kampagne' fits into them. You should be comfortable using the word in the passive voice: 'Die Kampagne wurde von einer Agentur entwickelt' (The campaign was developed by an agency). You can also use more descriptive adjectives like 'bundesweit' (nationwide), 'erfolgreich' (successful), or 'umstritten' (controversial). You might analyze the 'Wirksamkeit' (effectiveness) of a 'Kampagne' in a presentation. At this stage, you should also recognize the word in more abstract contexts, such as a 'Spendenkampagne' (fundraising campaign) for a non-profit organization. You understand the nuances between 'Kampagne' and 'Aktion', knowing that a campaign is a strategic, long-term effort. Your vocabulary should include related terms like 'Zielgruppe' (target group) and 'Botschaft' (message).

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At the C1 level, you use 'Kampagne' with precision and stylistic variety. You can discuss the rhetorical strategies used in 'politischen Kampagnen' or the ethical implications of 'Manipulationskampagnen'. You understand how the word can be used metaphorically, such as in a 'Schmierkampagne' (smear campaign) intended to damage someone's reputation. You can use complex sentence structures to describe the launch, duration, and impact of a campaign. For example: 'Trotz der massiven Kampagne gelang es der Partei nicht, die Wählergunst zurückzugewinnen' (Despite the massive campaign, the party did not succeed in regaining the voters' favor). You are familiar with the historical military roots of the word and can use 'Feldzug' as a stylistic alternative when appropriate. You can participate in high-level debates about 'Informationskampagnen' in the digital age and the role of 'Social-Media-Kampagnen' in shaping public opinion.

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At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of 'Kampagne' and all its connotations. You can analyze 'Kampagnen' within the framework of sociology, political science, or historical analysis. You are sensitive to the subtle shifts in meaning when the word is used in different registers—from the technical jargon of a 'Kampagnenmanager' to the critical tone of an investigative journalist uncovering a 'Lobbykampagne'. You can use the word in highly sophisticated idiomatic expressions and understand its role in complex compound nouns used in specialized fields. You can write detailed reports or essays on the 'Eigendynamik von Kampagnen' (the internal dynamics of campaigns) in the context of viral marketing or political polarization. Your usage is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker, utilizing the word to navigate the complexities of modern public discourse with ease.

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Kampagne 30초 만에

Kampagne means 'campaign' and refers to a planned series of actions for a specific goal.
It is a feminine noun: die Kampagne, plural die Kampagnen.
Commonly used in marketing (Werbekampagne), politics (Wahlkampagne), and social causes.
The word implies a strategic, long-term effort rather than a single event.

The German word Kampagne (die Kampagne, plural: Kampagnen) is a versatile feminine noun that primarily refers to a planned, organized series of actions intended to achieve a specific goal. While its most common modern association is with marketing and advertising, the term encompasses a broad range of human activities including politics, social activism, and historical military operations. Understanding 'Kampagne' requires looking at it as a cohesive project with a clear beginning, a strategic middle, and a defined end goal. It is not just a single action but a sequence of interconnected efforts designed to influence public opinion, change behavior, or achieve a victory.

Marketing & Business: In the corporate world, a Kampagne is an advertising push. It involves various channels like social media, television, and print to promote a product. Companies often speak of a 'Marketingkampagne' or 'Werbekampagne'. For example, when a new smartphone is launched, the entire buildup and rollout constitute the campaign.
Politics & Social Movements: Politicians run an 'Wahlkampf' (election struggle), but the specific organized efforts are often called 'Wahlkampagnen'. Similarly, NGOs might launch an 'Informationskampagne' to raise awareness about climate change or health issues like vaccination. Here, the focus is on persuasion and mobilization of the populace.
Historical & Military Context: The root of the word lies in the military field. Historically, a 'Feldzug' (military campaign) was the period during which an army was in the field. While modern German speakers use 'Kampagne' less for active warfare today—preferring 'Feldzug' or 'Militäroperation'—the linguistic DNA of strategic planning remains.

Die Firma startete eine große Kampagne, um das neue umweltfreundliche Auto vorzustellen.

The word is highly formal and structured. You wouldn't use it for a casual group of friends trying to decide where to eat, but you would use it if those friends organized a month-long effort to save a local park. It implies a level of professional or semi-professional organization. In the digital age, we see 'Kampagnen' everywhere: from 'Crowdfunding-Kampagnen' on platforms like Kickstarter to 'Hashtag-Kampagnen' on Twitter. The essence is always the same: a concentrated effort over time to produce a result.

Die politische Kampagne konzentriert sich auf soziale Gerechtigkeit.

When discussing a 'Kampagne', Germans often use verbs like starten (to start), planen (to plan), durchführen (to carry out), or begleiten (to accompany/support). The success of such an endeavor is usually measured by its 'Wirksamkeit' (effectiveness) or 'Reichweite' (reach). Whether it is a 'Spendenkampagne' (fundraising campaign) or a 'Plakatkampagne' (poster campaign), the word carries an air of intentionality and public engagement.

Unsere Kampagne gegen Plastikmüll war sehr erfolgreich.

Integrating 'Kampagne' into your German vocabulary requires an understanding of its grammatical surroundings. Since it is a noun, it often serves as the subject or the direct object of a sentence. It frequently appears in the accusative case because we are often starting, planning, or seeing a campaign. For example: 'Ich sehe die Kampagne' (I see the campaign). Note the feminine article 'die'.

Common Verbs: Starten: 'Die Regierung startet eine Kampagne für gesunde Ernährung.' (The government is starting a campaign for healthy nutrition.)
Führen: 'Sie führen eine aggressive Kampagne gegen ihren Konkurrenten.' (They are leading an aggressive campaign against their competitor.)
Unterstützen: 'Viele Prominente unterstützen die Kampagne.' (Many celebrities support the campaign.)

Die Marketingabteilung hat die neue Kampagne sorgfältig vorbereitet.

Adjectives play a crucial role in describing the nature of the campaign. You might encounter a 'bundesweite Kampagne' (nationwide campaign), a 'kostspielige Kampagne' (expensive campaign), or a 'gezielte Kampagne' (targeted campaign). When using these, remember that the adjective must agree with the feminine gender of 'Kampagne'. In the nominative singular: 'eine gute Kampagne'. In the accusative: 'eine gute Kampagne'. In the dative: 'in einer guten Kampagne'.

Während der Kampagne wurden tausende Flyer verteilt.

Compound words are extremely common in German. 'Kampagne' is often the second part of the compound. For instance, 'Werbekampagne' (advertising campaign), 'Imagekampagne' (image/branding campaign), or 'Impfkampagne' (vaccination campaign). These compounds always take the gender of the last word, which is feminine. Using these compounds makes your German sound more natural and precise, especially in professional contexts.

Die Social-Media-Kampagne erreichte Millionen von Menschen.

If you live in Germany or consume German media, 'Kampagne' is unavoidable. You will hear it on the news ('Tagesschau' or 'heute'), read it in business newspapers like 'Handelsblatt', and see it discussed in social media marketing circles. It is a word of the public sphere. In a news broadcast, you might hear a reporter say: 'Die Kampagne zur Bundestagswahl nimmt an Fahrt auf' (The campaign for the federal election is gaining momentum). This highlights the word's association with momentum and public visibility.

In the Office: In a corporate setting, managers discuss 'Kampagnenziele' (campaign goals) and 'Kampagnenbudgets'. You might hear: 'Wir müssen das Budget für die nächste Kampagne erhöhen.' (We need to increase the budget for the next campaign.) It is the standard term for any organized promotional push.
In Activism: Social activists use the word to describe their movements. 'Die Kampagne für sauberes Wasser' or 'Die Kampagne gegen Rassismus'. It gives their efforts a sense of professional structure and long-term planning.

Hast du die neue Kampagne von Greenpeace gesehen?

Another interesting place you hear this word is in the world of gaming, specifically tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons or video games with a story mode. Players talk about playing a 'Kampagne' that lasts for months or years. This usage mimics the military and narrative structure of the word—a long, connected series of events leading to a climax. 'Unsere D&D-Kampagne dauert schon zwei Jahre' (Our D&D campaign has been going on for two years).

Der Einzelspieler-Modus bietet eine spannende Kampagne.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is with the pronunciation. In English, 'campaign' ends in a hard 'n' sound. In German, 'Kampagne' ends in a schwa sound [ə] and the 'gn' is palatalized. Students often forget to pronounce the final 'e', which is vital for the word to be recognized as feminine. Always say 'Kam-pan-ye', not 'Kam-pain'.

Gender Confusion: Since many abstract business terms in German can be masculine or neuter, learners sometimes say 'der Kampagne' or 'das Kampagne'. This is incorrect. It is always 'die Kampagne'. A good trick: words ending in '-e' that describe abstract concepts are very often feminine (e.g., die Reise, die Liebe, die Kampagne).
Confusion with 'Aktion': Learners often use 'Kampagne' when they should use 'Aktion'. An 'Aktion' is usually a single, short-term event or a specific sale (e.g., 'Rabattaktion'). A 'Kampagne' is the overarching strategy. If a store has a sale for one day, it's an 'Aktion'. If they spend a month promoting their brand values, it's a 'Kampagne'.

Falsch: Der Kampagne ist teuer. Richtig: Die Kampagne ist teuer.

Another pitfall is the plural form. Unlike English where you just add 's', German requires 'n'. Avoid saying 'Kampagnes'. The correct plural is 'Kampagnen'. Furthermore, in the military context, using 'Kampagne' for a modern war can sound slightly archaic or like a direct translation from English. In modern military German, 'Einsatz' (mission/deployment) or 'Operation' is more common, unless referring to historical contexts like the Napoleonic wars.

Wir planen mehrere Kampagnen für das nächste Jahr.

German offers several alternatives to 'Kampagne' depending on the specific focus of the activity. Choosing the right one shows a high level of proficiency. While 'Kampagne' is the broad, strategic term, other words highlight the struggle, the specific action, or the movement itself.

Kampagne vs. Wahlkampf: In politics, 'Wahlkampf' (election fight) is the standard term for the entire period before an election. You would say 'Der Wahlkampf beginnt', but you might refer to a specific 'Social-Media-Kampagne' within that 'Wahlkampf'. 'Wahlkampf' implies the competition between parties, while 'Kampagne' focuses on the planned actions of one party.
Kampagne vs. Feldzug: 'Feldzug' is the traditional military term for a campaign. In a metaphorical sense, 'Feldzug' can be used to describe a very aggressive or crusade-like effort, often with a negative connotation (e.g., 'ein Feldzug gegen die freie Presse'). 'Kampagne' sounds more modern and professional.
Kampagne vs. Initiative: An 'Initiative' is often the starting point or the group behind an effort (e.g., 'Bürgerinitiative'). While the initiative might *run* a campaign, the initiative itself refers to the spark or the organization. A campaign is what they *do*.

Statt einer teuren Kampagne setzen wir auf Mundpropaganda.

Other related terms include 'Werbeaktion' (a specific advertising action), 'Propaganda' (usually negative, implying manipulation), and 'Bewegung' (movement, implying a large group of people). When you want to sound technical in marketing, use 'Kampagne'. When you want to sound like a community leader, 'Initiative' might be better. When you want to describe a historical war, 'Feldzug' is the way to go.

Der Feldzug Napoleons gegen Russland endete im Desaster.

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The word originally referred to the time an army spent 'in the field' during the summer, away from winter quarters.

발음 가이드

UK /kamˈpanjə/

US /kæmˈpɑːnjə/

Second syllable (kam-PAN-ye).

라임이 맞는 단어

Kastanie Lasagne Bretagne Gascogne Kastagnette Kompagnie Begonie Kolonie

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing it like English 'campaign' (kam-pain).
Hard 'g' sound (kam-pag-ne).
Dropping the final 'e'.
Stress on the first syllable.
Confusing it with 'Champagner'.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize because it looks like 'campaign'.

쓰기 3/5

The spelling with 'gn' and the final 'e' can be tricky.

말하기 4/5

The 'gn' pronunciation is difficult for English speakers.

듣기 2/5

Generally easy to understand in context.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

Werbung Plan Ziel machen neu

다음에 배울 것

Strategie Marketing Zielgruppe Reichweite Wirksamkeit

고급

Feldzug Schmierkampagne Guerilla-Marketing Öffentlichkeitsarbeit

알아야 할 문법

Feminine nouns ending in -e usually have -n in plural.

die Kampagne -> die Kampagnen

Compounds take the gender of the last word.

die Werbe + die Kampagne = die Werbekampagne

Preposition 'für' always takes the accusative.

eine Kampagne für den Umweltschutz

Preposition 'gegen' always takes the accusative.

eine Kampagne gegen das Rauchen

Genitive case for belonging.

das Ziel der Kampagne

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수준별 예문

Die Kampagne ist neu.

The campaign is new.

Simple subject-verb-adjective structure.

Ich sehe die Kampagne.

I see the campaign.

Accusative case: 'die Kampagne' remains 'die' in feminine.

Ist das eine Kampagne?

Is that a campaign?

Question form with 'ist'.

Die Kampagne ist gut.

The campaign is good.

Predicate adjective.

Meine Firma hat eine Kampagne.

My company has a campaign.

Possessive pronoun 'meine' + verb 'haben'.

Wir machen eine Kampagne.

We are making a campaign.

First person plural 'wir' with 'machen'.

Die Kampagne hilft Kindern.

The campaign helps children.

Verb 'helfen' + dative plural 'Kindern'.

Wo ist die Kampagne?

Where is the campaign?

Interrogative 'wo'.

Die Schule startet eine Kampagne für Sport.

The school is starting a campaign for sports.

Verb 'starten' + preposition 'für'.

Ich finde die Kampagne sehr interessant.

I find the campaign very interesting.

Verb 'finden' + accusative object.

Gibt es eine Kampagne gegen Müll?

Is there a campaign against trash?

'Es gibt' + accusative.

Die Kampagne dauert drei Wochen.

The campaign lasts three weeks.

Verb 'dauern' for duration.

Wir brauchen eine neue Kampagne.

We need a new campaign.

Adjective ending 'neue' for feminine accusative.

Die Plakate für die Kampagne sind blau.

The posters for the campaign are blue.

Preposition 'für' + accusative.

Wer hat die Kampagne geplant?

Who planned the campaign?

Perfect tense: 'hat geplant'.

Die Kampagne ist auf Instagram.

The campaign is on Instagram.

Preposition 'auf' + dative for location.

Die Regierung hat eine Kampagne zur Aufklärung gestartet.

The government started an educational campaign.

Prepositional phrase 'zur Aufklärung' (to inform).

Diese Kampagne soll das Bewusstsein schärfen.

This campaign is intended to raise awareness.

Modal verb 'sollen' + infinitive.

Viele Menschen unterstützen die Kampagne gegen den Klimawandel.

Many people support the campaign against climate change.

Preposition 'gegen' + accusative.

Ohne eine gute Kampagne werden wir nicht gewinnen.

Without a good campaign, we will not win.

Preposition 'ohne' + accusative.

Die Kampagne war erfolgreicher als erwartet.

The campaign was more successful than expected.

Comparative 'erfolgreicher als'.

Wir müssen die Ziele der Kampagne definieren.

We must define the goals of the campaign.

Genitive case: 'der Kampagne'.

Die Kampagne richtet sich an junge Leute.

The campaign is aimed at young people.

Reflexive verb 'sich richten an' + accusative.

Sie haben viel Geld in die Kampagne investiert.

They invested a lot of money in the campaign.

Verb 'investieren' + preposition 'in' + accusative.

Die Wirksamkeit der Kampagne wird monatlich überprüft.

The effectiveness of the campaign is checked monthly.

Passive voice: 'wird überprüft' + genitive.

Eine bundesweite Kampagne erfordert eine präzise Planung.

A nationwide campaign requires precise planning.

Strong adjective ending 'bundesweite'.

Die Kampagne löste eine hitzige Debatte aus.

The campaign triggered a heated debate.

Separable verb 'auslösen'.

Dank der Kampagne konnten die Spenden verdoppelt werden.

Thanks to the campaign, donations could be doubled.

Preposition 'dank' + genitive.

Die Kampagne nutzt verschiedene Kanäle wie TV und Social Media.

The campaign uses various channels like TV and social media.

Verb 'nutzen' with multiple objects.

Es handelt sich um eine groß angelegte Kampagne.

It is a large-scale campaign.

Fixed expression 'es handelt sich um'.

Die Kampagne zielt darauf ab, Vorurteile abzubauen.

The campaign aims to reduce prejudices.

Verb phrase 'darauf abzielen, ... zu'.

Trotz Kritik wurde die Kampagne fortgesetzt.

Despite criticism, the campaign was continued.

Preposition 'trotz' + genitive.

Die Schmierkampagne gegen den Politiker war sorgfältig orchestriert.

The smear campaign against the politician was carefully orchestrated.

Compound noun 'Schmierkampagne'.

Die Kampagne stieß in der Bevölkerung auf geteiltes Echo.

The campaign met with a mixed response from the population.

Idiom 'auf geteiltes Echo stoßen'.

Inmitten der Kampagne änderten sie ihre Strategie.

In the middle of the campaign, they changed their strategy.

Preposition 'inmitten' + genitive.

Die Kampagne war ein Paradebeispiel für modernes Guerilla-Marketing.

The campaign was a prime example of modern guerrilla marketing.

Noun 'Paradebeispiel'.

Durch die Kampagne wurde ein gesellschaftlicher Diskurs angestoßen.

The campaign initiated a social discourse.

Passive voice + 'durch' for the means.

Die Kampagne scheiterte an mangelnder Transparenz.

The campaign failed due to a lack of transparency.

Verb 'scheitern an' + dative.

Diese Kampagne markiert einen Wendepunkt in der Unternehmensgeschichte.

This campaign marks a turning point in the company's history.

Verb 'markieren' + direct object.

Man warf dem Unternehmen vor, eine manipulative Kampagne zu führen.

The company was accused of leading a manipulative campaign.

Verb 'vorwerfen' + dative person + infinitive clause.

Die Kampagne fungierte als Katalysator für tiefgreifende politische Reformen.

The campaign acted as a catalyst for profound political reforms.

Verb 'fungieren als'.

Die subtile Ästhetik der Kampagne entzog sich einer einfachen Kategorisierung.

The subtle aesthetics of the campaign eluded simple categorization.

Reflexive verb 'sich entziehen' + dative.

Kritiker monierten die populistischen Untertöne der Kampagne.

Critics complained about the populist undertones of the campaign.

Verb 'monieren' (formal for complain).

Die Kampagne evozierte nostalgische Gefühle bei der älteren Generation.

The campaign evoked nostalgic feelings in the older generation.

Verb 'evozieren' (to evoke).

Man muss die Kampagne im Kontext der damaligen Zeitläufte betrachten.

One must view the campaign in the context of the circumstances of that time.

Formal noun 'Zeitläufte'.

Die Kampagne unterminierte das Vertrauen in die staatlichen Institutionen.

The campaign undermined trust in state institutions.

Verb 'unterminieren' (to undermine).

Die Kampagne war von einer bemerkenswerten rhetorischen Brillanz geprägt.

The campaign was characterized by remarkable rhetorical brilliance.

Passive construction 'geprägt sein von'.

Eine solche Kampagne wäre ohne massive finanzielle Zuwendungen undenkbar gewesen.

Such a campaign would have been unthinkable without massive financial grants.

Konjunktiv II (conditional) 'wäre undenkbar gewesen'.

자주 쓰는 조합

eine Kampagne starten

eine Kampagne führen

eine Kampagne planen

eine erfolgreiche Kampagne

eine bundesweite Kampagne

eine politische Kampagne

das Budget einer Kampagne

das Ziel der Kampagne

eine Kampagne begleiten

eine Kampagne stoppen

자주 쓰는 구문

Werbekampagne

— An advertising campaign.

Die neue Werbekampagne von BMW ist toll.

Wahlkampagne

— An election campaign.

Die Wahlkampagne war sehr anstrengend.

Informationskampagne

— A campaign to inform the public.

Eine Informationskampagne zum Coronavirus.

Spendenkampagne

— A fundraising campaign.

Die Spendenkampagne brachte viel Geld ein.

Imagekampagne

— A campaign to improve branding/image.

Die Stadt braucht eine neue Imagekampagne.

Plakatkampagne

— A campaign using posters.

Überall sieht man die neue Plakatkampagne.

Social-Media-Kampagne

— A campaign on social media.

Unsere Social-Media-Kampagne geht viral.

Anti-Raucher-Kampagne

— A campaign against smoking.

Die Anti-Raucher-Kampagne zeigt Wirkung.

Impfkampagne

— A vaccination campaign.

Die Impfkampagne wurde beschleunigt.

Aufklärungskampagne

— An educational or awareness campaign.

Eine Aufklärungskampagne über gesunde Zähne.

자주 혼동되는 단어

Kampagne vs Champagner

Sounds similar but means sparkling wine.

Kampagne vs Kompagnie

Means a company (military or business), but 'Kampagne' is the effort.

Kampagne vs Aktion

Often used interchangeably, but 'Aktion' is shorter.

관용어 및 표현

"Eine Kampagne gegen jemanden reiten"

— To aggressively target or attack someone through a campaign.

Die Presse ritt eine Kampagne gegen den Minister.

journalistic/informal

"In die Kampagne ziehen"

— To go into 'battle' or start the active phase of a campaign.

Die Politiker ziehen nun in die Kampagne.

metaphorical

"Die Kampagne ist ein Selbstläufer"

— The campaign is so good it succeeds without much extra effort.

Diese neue Kampagne ist ein echter Selbstläufer.

informal

"Eine Kampagne in den Sand setzen"

— To completely fail with a campaign.

Sie haben die Millionen-Kampagne in den Sand gesetzt.

informal

"Eine Kampagne auf Schiene bringen"

— To get a campaign started or organized properly.

Wir müssen die Kampagne endlich auf Schiene bringen.

business

"Hinter der Kampagne stecken"

— To be the secret force or organizer behind a campaign.

Wer steckt eigentlich hinter dieser Kampagne?

neutral

"Die Kampagne trägt Früchte"

— The campaign is showing results.

Endlich trägt unsere Kampagne Früchte.

neutral

"Eine Kampagne aussitzen"

— To ignore a negative campaign against oneself until it blows over.

Der Chef will die negative Kampagne einfach aussitzen.

informal

"Die Kampagne zündet nicht"

— The campaign isn't catching on or being effective.

Irgendwie zündet die neue Kampagne nicht.

informal

"Voll in die Kampagne einsteigen"

— To commit fully to a campaign.

Wir müssen jetzt voll in die Kampagne einsteigen.

neutral

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Kampagne vs Aktion

Both involve doing something.

Aktion is short-term/one-off; Kampagne is long-term/strategic.

Die Rabattaktion dauert nur heute, aber die Werbekampagne läuft den ganzen Monat.

Kampagne vs Projekt

Both have goals and timelines.

Projekt is usually internal/technical; Kampagne is external/communicative.

Das IT-Projekt verbessert die Website, die Kampagne lockt Kunden an.

Kampagne vs Feldzug

Historical connection.

Feldzug is military/aggressive; Kampagne is modern/neutral.

Der Feldzug dauerte Jahre, die Kampagne nur Wochen.

Kampagne vs Initiative

Both start movements.

Initiative is the group/spark; Kampagne is the organized series of actions.

Die Initiative startete eine Kampagne.

Kampagne vs Werbung

Kampagne is often advertising.

Werbung is the general concept; Kampagne is a specific, planned instance of it.

Ich arbeite in der Werbung und plane gerade eine Kampagne.

문장 패턴

Das ist eine [Adjektiv] Kampagne.

Das ist eine gute Kampagne.

Wir planen eine Kampagne für [Nomen].

Wir planen eine Kampagne für Sport.

Die Kampagne hat das Ziel, [Infinitiv mit zu].

Die Kampagne hat das Ziel, Menschen zu helfen.

Wegen der Kampagne ist [Nomen] gestiegen/gefallen.

Wegen der Kampagne ist der Umsatz gestiegen.

Die Kampagne richtet sich an [Akkusativ].

Die Kampagne richtet sich an Jugendliche.

Trotz der massiven Kampagne [Verb]...

Trotz der massiven Kampagne änderte sich nichts.

Es handelt sich um eine Kampagne zur [Nomen].

Es handelt sich um eine Kampagne zur Aufklärung.

Die Kampagne evozierte eine [Adjektiv] Reaktion.

Die Kampagne evozierte eine heftige Reaktion.

어휘 가족

명사

Kampagnenmanagement

Kampagnenleiter

Kampagnenziel

Kampagnenbudget

동사

kampagnisieren (rare/Swiss)

planen

durchführen

형용사

kampagnenfähig

kampagnenartig

사용법

frequency

Very high in media and business.

자주 하는 실수

Der Kampagne → Die Kampagne
It is a feminine noun, so it must use 'die' in the nominative.
Kampagnes → Kampagnen
The plural is formed by adding -n, not -s.
Pronouncing it like 'Campaign' → /kamˈpanjə/
The German pronunciation has three syllables and a 'ny' sound.
Using 'Kampagne' for a one-day sale → Aktion
A campaign implies a longer, organized effort.
Das Kampagne → Die Kampagne
Gender error; abstract nouns in -e are rarely neuter.

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Feminine Ending

Words ending in -e are 90% feminine. Use 'die' for Kampagne.

The 'ny' sound

Practice the French-style 'gn'. It's elegant and correct.

Compounds

Combine nouns! Werbekampagne, Spendenkampagne, etc.

Business Context

Use it when talking about marketing to sound like a pro.

Social Change

Use it for activism and NGO work.

Kampagne vs Aktion

Long-term = Kampagne. Short-term = Aktion.

Capitalization

Always capitalize the 'K'.

Soft Ending

Make sure the final 'e' is heard clearly.

Level up

Use 'Schmierkampagne' at B2/C1 levels for nuance.

Association

Link it to 'Campaign' but with a German twist.

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기억법

Imagine a **Camp** in the **Champagne** region where people are planning a **Campaign**.

시각적 연상

A group of people standing around a large table with maps and posters, pointing at a target.

Word Web

Marketing Politik Werbung Ziel Planung Plakat Strategie Erfolg

챌린지

Try to find three different 'Kampagnen' on your way to work or while browsing the internet today and name them in German.

어원

Derived from the French word 'campagne', which comes from the Italian 'campagna'.

원래 의미: Originally referred to 'open country' or 'field' (from Latin 'campania').

Romance origin, adopted into German in the 17th century.

문화적 맥락

Be careful with 'Schmierkampagne' (smear campaign) as it is a strong accusation of dishonesty.

In English, 'campaign' is used very similarly, but the military connotation is slightly more active in English than in modern everyday German.

Die 'Du bist Deutschland' Kampagne (a famous 2005 branding campaign for Germany). Greenpeace Kampagnen (well-known environmental activism). ADAC 'Don't drink and drive' Kampagne.

실생활에서 연습하기

실제 사용 상황

Marketing/Business

Kampagnenbudget
Zielgruppe
ROI der Kampagne
Agentur

Politics

Wahlkampf
Slogan
Wähler
Partei

Social/NGO

Spenden
Bewusstsein
Aktivismus
Freiwillige

Gaming

Story
Level
Charakter
Abenteuer

Health

Prävention
Aufklärung
Schutz
Information

대화 시작하기

"Hast du die neue Kampagne von [Marke] gesehen?"

"Was hältst du von der politischen Kampagne der Grünen?"

"Glaubst du, dass Kampagnen auf Social Media wirklich etwas ändern?"

"Welche Kampagne ist dir in letzter Zeit besonders aufgefallen?"

"Sollte die Regierung eine Kampagne für [Thema] starten?"

일기 주제

Beschreibe eine Kampagne, die dich beeindruckt hat. Warum war sie erfolgreich?

Wenn du eine Kampagne für eine bessere Welt planen könntest, was wäre dein Thema?

Analysiere eine Werbekampagne, die du heute gesehen hast. Wer ist die Zielgruppe?

Wie haben sich Kampagnen durch das Internet verändert?

Ist eine Kampagne immer ehrlich? Diskutiere das Thema Manipulation.

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Ja, 'Kampagne' ist immer feminin: die Kampagne. Das ändert sich nie.

Der Plural ist 'die Kampagnen'. Man fügt einfach ein 'n' hinzu.

Heutzutage meistens nicht. Es klingt eher nach Marketing oder Politik. Nur im historischen Kontext klingt es militärisch.

Ja, der Story-Modus in Spielen wird oft als 'Kampagne' bezeichnet.

Das ist eine negative Kampagne, um den Ruf von jemandem zu zerstören (smear campaign).

Wie das 'ny' in 'canyon'. Es ist ein weicher Laut.

Nicht ganz. Eine Kampagne ist größer und strategischer als eine einzelne Aktion.

Man kann es sagen, aber 'planen' oder 'starten' klingt professioneller.

Das sind alle Aktionen, die eine Partei vor einer Wahl macht, um Stimmen zu bekommen.

In der Schweiz wird es manchmal benutzt, aber in Deutschland ist es sehr selten.

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