This is the 2039th most frequent German word.
nötigen
"To compel" or "to urge."
In this sentence, 'nötigen' is used in a context where it implies forcing or pressuring someone to do something.
Der Lehrer wollte den Schüler nötigen, mehr zu lernen.
The teacher wanted to coerce the student to study more.
Here, 'nötigen' reflects the act of compelling or exerting pressure, emphasizing its ethical implications.
Du kannst niemanden nötigen, etwas zu tun, das sie nicht wollen.
You cannot compel someone to do something they do not want to do.
In this example, 'nötigen' is used within a negation, highlighting the intention to avoid coercion.