Breakdown of Wir können diese Herausforderung gemeinsam meistern.
wir
we
gemeinsam
together (jointly)
können
can
diese
this
Questions & Answers about Wir können diese Herausforderung gemeinsam meistern.
Why is the verb meistern at the end of the sentence?
In German main verbs go to the end when you use a modal verb. Here können is the modal (conjugated: wir können), so the main verb meistern moves to the final position.
What case is diese Herausforderung, and how do I know?
Herausforderung is feminine (die Herausforderung). It’s the direct object of meistern, so it takes the accusative case. The accusative feminine article/demonstrative is diese (singular), matching diese Herausforderung.
Why is diese used instead of die?
Diese is a demonstrative determiner (“this/these”) emphasizing this particular challenge. Die alone would mean simply “the challenge.” Using diese highlights that specific challenge you’re talking about.
What does gemeinsam mean, and where can I place it in the sentence?
Gemeinsam means “together” or “jointly.” It’s an adverb here, modifying meistern. You can say:
- Wir können diese Herausforderung gemeinsam meistern.
- Wir können gemeinsam diese Herausforderung meistern.
Both are correct; only the emphasis shifts slightly.