anatomy
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anatomy
The scientific study of the structure of the bodies of living beings, especially humans.
Im Medizinstudium ist die Anatomie ein zentrales und sehr lernintensives Fach.
In medical studies, anatomy is a central subject that requires a great deal of learning.
anatomy
The actual physical build or structure of a particular living being.
Die Anatomie des Vogels ist perfekt an das Fliegen angepasst.
The anatomy of the bird is perfectly adapted for flying.
anatomy
In a figurative sense, the analysis of the structure or inner workings of a complex system or situation.
Sein neues Buch ist eine faszinierende Anatomie der Macht.
His new book is a fascinating anatomy of power.
'Anatomie' (anatomy) is often used with a genitive or the preposition 'von' (of) to specify whose or what structure is being described. This applies to both the literal and the figurative meaning.
Die Anatomie des menschlichen Herzens ist sehr komplex.
The anatomy of the human heart is very complex.
You can recognize the figurative meaning by the fact that it is not about a body or a living being. When 'Anatomie' (anatomy) is connected with abstract nouns like 'Macht' (power), 'eines Romans' (of a novel), or 'einer Niederlage' (of a defeat), it refers to the analysis of structure.
Das Buch liefert eine detaillierte Anatomie der modernen Gesellschaft.
The book provides a detailed anatomy of modern society.
In the context of science, 'Anatomie' (anatomy) is often combined with verbs such as 'studieren' (to study), 'lernen' (to learn), or 'lehren' (to teach), since it is a typical subject in medicine or biology.
Sie studiert Medizin und muss viel für Anatomie lernen.
She is studying medicine and has to study a lot for anatomy.
structure / assembly
Both words can describe the structure of a complex system. Aufbau refers directly to this structure, while Anatomie usually suggests a more detailed analysis of its internal organization. Use „Aufbau“ for a general description and „Anatomie“ when the internal structure is examined in detail.
Die Anatomie des Verkehrssystems wird in der Studie genau untersucht.
The anatomy of the transportation system is examined in detail in the study.
Der Aufbau des Verkehrssystems ist auf der Karte leicht zu erkennen.
The structure of the transportation system is easy to see on the map.
