verbessern
Translation
to improve, to correct, to make better, to enhance
Examples
Ich möchte mein Deutsch verbessern.
I want to improve my German.
Der Lehrer verbessert die Fehler.
The teacher corrects the mistakes.
Die Situation hat sich verbessert.
The situation has improved.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to improve sth. I want to improve my skills.
sichAkk ((verbessern)) to improve, get better The weather has improved.
Similar Words
Synonyms: optimieren (to optimize), steigern (to increase); Antonyms: verschlechtern (to worsen)
Etymology
Composed of the prefix `ver-` (indicating a change or process) and `besser` (better). It literally means 'to make better'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'ver-' often implies a change, and 'besser' is 'better'. So, 'verbessern' is to change for the better.