German NOUN B1 Rank 8462

die Atmung

breathing

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Atmung vs Atem

breath

Atem is the air that a living being breathes in and out; Atmung, by contrast, refers to the entire ongoing physical process. When visible or tangible air is meant, Atem is appropriate. When the process, pace, or condition of breathing is meant, Atmung is appropriate.

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Atmung

Nach dem schnellen Lauf war seine Atmung noch immer sehr schnell.

His breathing was still very rapid after the fast run.

Atem

In der kalten Luft war sein Atem deutlich zu sehen.

His breath was clearly visible in the cold air.

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