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settlement / colonization
The process by which people settle in an area that was previously uninhabited or sparsely populated and make it their living space.
Die Besiedlung Amerikas durch die Europäer begann im 15. Jahrhundert.
The colonization of America by Europeans began in the 15th century.
colonization
In biology, the process by which organisms such as bacteria, plants, or animals take over a new habitat and reproduce there.
Nach dem Waldbrand erfolgte die langsame Besiedlung der Fläche durch Pionierpflanzen.
After the forest fire, the slow colonization of the area by pioneer plants began.
'Besiedlung' (settlement/colonization) is a noun derived from the verb 'besiedeln' (to settle/colonize). The ending '-ung' turns a verb into a noun that describes the process or result of the action.
Die Besiedlung des Mars ist ein Ziel der zukünftigen Raumfahrt.
The settlement of Mars is a goal of future space travel.
To say who settles an area, the preposition 'durch' (by/through) is used. To name the area being settled, the genitive is often used.
Die Besiedlung des Landes durch neue Einwanderer führte zu Wachstum.
The settlement of the country by new immigrants led to growth.
The biological meaning can be recognized from the context. When 'Bakterien' (bacteria), 'Keime' (germs), 'Pilze' (fungi), 'Darm' (intestine/gut), or a 'Wunde' (wound) are mentioned, it refers to the colonization by microorganisms.
Eine übermäßige Besiedlung des Darms mit falschen Bakterien kann zu Problemen führen.
Excessive colonization of the gut with the wrong bacteria can lead to problems.
In a historical context, 'Besiedlung' (settlement/colonization) is often combined with adjectives such as 'erste' (first), 'frühe' (early), 'geplante' (planned), or 'friedliche' (peaceful).
Archäologen fanden Spuren der frühen Besiedlung in diesem Tal.
Archaeologists found traces of early settlement in this valley.
settlement
Siedlung and Besiedlung can both refer to the process by which people settle in an area that was previously uninhabited. Besiedlung is the usual term for this process. Siedlung is possible in this meaning, but uncommon.
Die Besiedlung des zuvor unbewohnten Tals begann vor mehreren Jahrhunderten.
The settlement of the previously uninhabited valley began several centuries ago.
Die Siedlung des zuvor unbewohnten Tals begann vor mehreren Jahrhunderten.
The settlement of the previously uninhabited valley began several centuries ago.
