Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To develop a plan, solution, or result through sustained work, often together.
Natural examples
Das Team erarbeitet einen Plan für den neuen Spielplatz.
The team is developing a plan for the new playground.
Die Studierenden erarbeiteten die Lösung in kleinen Gruppen.
The students worked out the solution in small groups.
Sie hat sich das Fachwissen über Jahre erarbeitet.
She built up her specialist knowledge over many years.
Usage note
Erarbeiten is regular and inseparable. Common objects include a plan, solution, or knowledge; the perfect uses haben.
Mini-lesson: erarbeiten
To develop a plan, solution, or result through sustained work, often together. Erarbeiten is regular and inseparable. Common objects include a plan, solution, or knowledge; the perfect uses haben.
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