assimilation
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assimilation
The process of adaptation in which a person or group adopts the language, culture, and habits of another, usually larger group or society.
Die soziologische Studie untersucht die Assimilation von Einwanderern in der zweiten Generation.
The sociological study examines the assimilation of second-generation immigrants.
assimilation
In biology, the process by which living organisms convert absorbed nutrients into substances of their own body.
Die Assimilation von Proteinen ist für den Muskelaufbau entscheidend.
The assimilation of proteins is crucial for muscle building.
assimilation
In linguistics, the phonetic adaptation of one speech sound to a neighboring sound.
Ein bekanntes Beispiel für Assimilation ist die Aussprache von 'fünf' als 'fümf' vor dem Buchstaben 'b' oder 'p'.
A well-known example of assimilation is the pronunciation of 'fünf' as 'fümf' before the letter 'b' or 'p'.
'Assimilation' (assimilation) is the noun corresponding to the verb 'assimilieren' (to assimilate). The ending '-ion' often indicates a process or result. When someone assimilates, they go through a process of assimilation.
Es kann Jahre dauern, sich in einer neuen Kultur vollständig zu assimilieren.
It can take years to fully assimilate into a new culture.
'Assimilation' (assimilation) is a technical term and is rarely used in everyday language. You mainly find it in academic texts in sociology, biology, or linguistics.
Der Professor erklärte den Begriff der phonetischen Assimilation.
The professor explained the concept of phonetic assimilation.
You can recognize the meaning of 'Assimilation' (assimilation) from the context. If it is about 'Kultur' (culture) or 'Einwanderer' (immigrants), the sociological meaning is intended. With 'Nährstoffen' (nutrients) or 'Stoffwechsel' (metabolism), it is the biological meaning, and with 'Lauten' (sounds) or 'Aussprache' (pronunciation), it is the linguistic meaning.
Die Assimilation von Nährstoffen beginnt bereits im Magen.
The assimilation of nutrients begins in the stomach.
In a sociological context, people often speak of 'kulturellen Assimilation' (cultural assimilation) or 'Assimilation von Migranten' (assimilation of migrants). The adaptation often happens 'an' (to) a society or culture.
Die Assimilation an die neue Gesellschaft fiel ihm anfangs schwer.
Assimilation into the new society was difficult for him at first.
integration
Both words can apply when a person or group becomes part of a society. „Integration“ emphasizes participation while the person’s or group’s own language and culture continue, whereas „Assimilation“ refers to adapting to the language, culture, and habits of the majority society. Use „Integration“ when distinctiveness remains, and „Assimilation“ when adaptation is the main focus.
Die Assimilation der Familie zeigte sich daran, dass sie Sprache und Gewohnheiten der Mehrheitsgesellschaft übernahm.
The family’s assimilation was evident in the fact that they adopted the language and habits of the majority society.
Die Integration der Familie gelang, obwohl sie ihre Sprache und Kultur weiter pflegte.
The family’s integration succeeded even though they continued to maintain their language and culture.
