A1 Collocation Formal

einen Fehler begehen

to make a mistake

Practice it

Meaning

To do something wrong or incorrect.

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Cultural Background

Germans value directness. Admitting a mistake using formal language is seen as a sign of maturity. Similar to Germany, but often uses even more polite phrasing in administrative settings.

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Context is King

If you are unsure, use 'machen'. Only use 'begehen' if you are writing a formal report or apology.

Meaning

To do something wrong or incorrect.

🎯

Context is King

If you are unsure, use 'machen'. Only use 'begehen' if you are writing a formal report or apology.

Test Yourself

Which verb fits the formal context?

Der Manager hat einen schweren Fehler ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: begangen

'Begangen' is the correct formal collocation for a serious error.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which verb fits the formal context? Choose A2

Der Manager hat einen schweren Fehler ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: begangen

'Begangen' is the correct formal collocation for a serious error.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it sounds too dramatic.

Related Phrases

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einen Fehler machen

synonym

to make a mistake

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ein Verbrechen begehen

similar

to commit a crime

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