How to Say ‘To take on more responsibility’ in German
Mehr Verantwortung übernehmen
mair fer-ANT-vor-toong ue-ber-NAY-men
[mair fer-ANT-vor-toong ue-ber-NAY-men]
💬 Usage Tip: A classic interview phrase. It sounds ambitious but professional—excellent for career goals.
🇩🇪 In Germany: This is exactly the kind of phrase many German recruiters like to hear when discussing motivation and growth.
Phrase Breakdown
Mehr
[mair]
more
A greater amount or degree.
Ich möchte mehr lernen.
I would like to learn more.
Verantwortung
[fer-ANT-vor-toong]
responsibility
Accountability or an important duty.
Mehr Verantwortung ist oft ein Karriereziel.
More responsibility is often a career goal.
übernehmen
[ue-ber-NAY-men]
to take on
To accept or assume duties, tasks, or responsibility.
Ich will im nächsten Jahr mehr Verantwortung übernehmen.
I want to take on more responsibility next year.
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