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presentation
The external design and presentation of a product, publication, or item of merchandise. This includes, for example, the design, packaging, layout, and materials used.
Die aufwendige Aufmachung des Buches mit dem goldenen Einband macht es zu einem besonderen Geschenk.
The elaborate presentation of the book, with its gold cover, makes it a special gift.
'Die Aufmachung' (presentation/appearance) is a noun derived from the verb 'aufmachen'. While 'aufmachen' usually means 'to open', it also has the meaning 'to design' or 'to lay out' (e.g., a newspaper page), which is where the meaning of 'Aufmachung' comes from.
Der Grafiker hat die Titelseite sehr modern aufgemacht.
The graphic designer laid out the front page in a very modern way.
The context makes the meaning clear. If people are talking about a product, a book, or a magazine, it refers to the external design. If they are talking about a person, it refers to that person's clothing and appearance.
Die Aufmachung der Weinflasche war sehr edel.
The presentation of the wine bottle was very elegant.
When referring to product design, 'Aufmachung' (presentation) is often described with adjectives such as 'aufwendig' (elaborate), 'schlicht' (simple), 'modern' (modern), 'elegant' (elegant), or 'billig' (cheap).
Trotz der schlichten Aufmachung war der Inhalt des Buches exzellent.
Despite the simple presentation, the content of the book was excellent.
When 'Aufmachung' (appearance) describes a person's look, it can sound slightly old-fashioned or ironic. It is often used to comment on a particularly striking or unusual appearance.
Er erschien in einer ziemlich verrückten Aufmachung zur Kostümfeier.
He showed up at the costume party in a pretty crazy outfit.
design
'das Design' and 'die Aufmachung' both have to do with design and the outward impression. 'Design' often refers to the deliberate design of form, appearance, and function, for example in a product, an app, or a graphic. 'Aufmachung' focuses more strongly on external presentation, meaning how something is packaged, arranged, or shown. This can include the design, but also the material, layout, or packaging. Learners may confuse the words because both can fit with products and media. 'Design' often sounds more professional and includes function; 'Aufmachung' describes more the overall visible impression.
Die Aufmachung der Zeitschrift wirkt modern, aber der Inhalt ist ziemlich schwach.
The presentation of the magazine looks modern, but the content is quite weak.
Für das Projekt wählt Mehmet ein schlichtes Design mit klaren Farben.
For the project, Mehmet chooses a simple design with clear colors.