sich bewerben / bewerben
Translation
to apply (for), to advertise, to promote
Examples
Er hat sich um die Stelle beworben.
He has applied for the job.
Das neue Produkt wird stark beworben.
The new product is being heavily advertised.
Grammar Patterns
sich ((for sth.)) to apply for sth. He is applying for the new job.
sich ((to sb./sth.)) to apply to a company/person She is applying to a large company.
((sth.)) to advertise sth. The company is advertising its new product.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to apply (sich bewerben); to promote, to advertise (bewerben)
Etymology
From 'be-' (prefix) + 'werben' (to recruit, advertise). It means to advertise oneself for a position, or to advertise a product.
Memory Tips
'Werbung' is an advertisement. When you 'bewerben' for a job, you are 'advertising' yourself.