Initiative /ˌiːniːtˌiːatˈiːvə/ · adjective · CEFR B2. German translation of "initiative".

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Source term
initiative
Translation
Initiative
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form Initiative
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Initiative + noun / It is Initiative
Examples
Sie zeigte viel Initiative, indem sie die Wohltätigkeitsveranstaltung allein organisierte.
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Example Sentences

Sie zeigte viel Initiative, indem sie die Wohltätigkeitsveranstaltung allein organisierte.

English: She showed great initiative skills by organizing the charity event by herself.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Ihre schnelle Reaktion auf die Krise beeindruckte alle im Unternehmen.

English: Their initiative response to the crisis impressed everyone in the company.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Er brachte in jede Besprechung Initiative und Energie und half seinem Team, voranzukommen.

English: He brought initiative energy to every meeting and helped his team move forward.

B2 · Thought And Perception

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