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terminology
The entirety of the terms and their precise definitions used in a particular field, theory, or discourse. It is about the precise use of words.
Um den Text zu verstehen, muss man sich mit der philosophischen Begrifflichkeit Kants vertraut machen.
To understand the text, one has to become familiar with Kant's philosophical terminology.
The word is derived from 'der Begriff' (term, concept). The endings '-lich' and '-keit' together form an abstract noun that refers to the entire system of terms, not just to a single one.
Dieser Begriff ist in der modernen Physik sehr wichtig.
This concept is very important in modern physics.
'Begrifflichkeit' (terminology) is a word used in specialist and academic language. It is used in academic discussions, for example in philosophy, law, or sociology, but almost never in normal everyday life.
Die exakte juristische Begrifflichkeit ist für einen Vertrag entscheidend.
Precise legal terminology is crucial for a contract.
The word is usually specified more closely by an adjective or the genitive to make clear which field is meant. Typical formulations are 'die philosophische Begrifflichkeit' (philosophical terminology) or 'die Begrifflichkeit der Quantenmechanik' (the terminology of quantum mechanics).
Für seine Masterarbeit musste er die Begrifflichkeit der Systemtheorie lernen.
For his master's thesis, he had to learn the terminology of systems theory.
terminology
Terminologie and Begrifflichkeit concern the terms used in a field or theory. Terminologie mainly refers to the entire established body of specialized vocabulary. Begrifflichkeit focuses more on the terms used, their precise definitions, and their exact usage.
Die Begrifflichkeit der Theorie ist klar, weil alle zentralen Begriffe genau definiert sind.
The theory's terminology is clear because all the central terms are precisely defined.
Die Terminologie der Theorie umfasst zahlreiche fest etablierte Fachwörter.
The theory's terminology includes numerous firmly established technical terms.
