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Not concrete or physical, but existing only as an idea or concept. It refers to things that cannot be perceived directly with the senses.
Gerechtigkeit ist ein abstraktes Prinzip, das in Gesetzen konkretisiert wird.
Justice is an abstract principle that is made concrete in laws.
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In art, a style that does not depict recognizable objects or figures, but works with shapes, colors, and lines.
Das Museum zeigt eine beeindruckende Sammlung abstrakter Malerei des 20. Jahrhunderts.
The museum shows an impressive collection of abstract painting from the 20th century.
You can easily recognize the meaning of 'abstrakt' (abstract) from the context. If people are talking about art, painting, or sculptures, the artistic style is meant. In discussions about ideas, feelings, or theories, it refers to the non-physical meaning.
Ihre Kunst ist sehr abstrakt, man erkennt keine konkreten Objekte.
Her art is very abstract; you can't recognize any concrete objects.
The word 'abstrakt' (abstract) belongs to educated or academic language. It is often used in academic, intellectual, or artistic discussions.
In der Philosophie beschäftigen wir uns oft mit abstrakten Fragen.
In philosophy, we often deal with abstract questions.
In its general meaning, 'abstrakt' (abstract) is often combined with nouns that describe concepts. Typical examples are 'abstrakter Begriff' (abstract concept), 'abstrakte Idee' (abstract idea), or 'abstraktes Denken' (abstract thinking).
Für viele Kinder ist die Zeit ein sehr abstrakter Begriff.
For many children, time is a very abstract concept.
When it comes to art, 'abstrakt' (abstract) describes a style. Common combinations are 'abstrakte Kunst' (abstract art), 'abstrakte Malerei' (abstract painting), or 'ein abstraktes Gemälde' (an abstract painting).
Das Museum hat eine neue Ausstellung über abstrakte Kunst eröffnet.
The museum has opened a new exhibition on abstract art.
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Allgemein and abstrakt can both describe a presentation without concrete details. Allgemein mainly means that a statement remains broad or superficial, while abstrakt focuses on ideas and concepts rather than concrete, perceptible examples. Use allgemein for a low level of detail and abstrakt for a purely conceptual presentation.
Die Erklärung des Themas bleibt abstrakt und beschreibt nur die zugrunde liegende Idee.
The explanation of the topic remains abstract and describes only the underlying idea.
Die Erklärung des Themas bleibt allgemein und nennt keine einzelnen Beispiele.
The explanation of the topic remains general and does not mention any individual examples.
