A related collection of data that is treated as one unit. In a database, a data record often corresponds to a row in a table and represents a single object or event.
example
Für jeden neuen Kunden wird in der Datenbank ein eigener Datensatz angelegt.
A separate data record is created in the database for each new customer.
Usage tips
Word composition
The word consists of 'Daten' (data) and 'Satz'. While 'Daten' is clear, 'Satz' here does not mean 'sentence', but 'set' or 'record'. A 'Datensatz' (data record) is therefore a related group of data.
EXAMPLE
Jeder Datensatz in der Tabelle beschreibt ein anderes Produkt.
Each data record in the table describes a different product.
Typical collocations
When dealing with data, 'Datensatz' is frequently used with certain verbs. These include: 'einen Datensatz anlegen' (to create a data record), 'erstellen' (to create), 'bearbeiten' (to edit), 'speichern' (to save), 'löschen' (to delete), or 'analysieren' (to analyze).
EXAMPLE
Bitte löschen Sie den veralteten Datensatz aus der Liste.
Please delete the outdated data record from the list.
Register: technical language
'Datensatz' (data record) is a technical term from computer science, statistics, and administration. Even though it is heard more and more often, it is mainly used in a technical or professional context.
EXAMPLE
Die Software kann mehrere Datensätze gleichzeitig verarbeiten.
The software can process multiple data records at the same time.
Compare with
near_synonym · confusable
Datensatz vs Eintrag
entry
'der Eintrag' and 'der Datensatz' can both occur in databases or tables. An 'Eintrag' is often a single piece of information or a single item, for example a name in a list. A 'Datensatz', on the other hand, is a related group of data that is treated as one unit, for example a person's name, address, and phone number together. The words can be confusing because a data record in a table can seem like an entry. Practically speaking: an 'Eintrag' can be very small; a 'Datensatz' usually contains several related pieces of information.
Datensatz
Wenn die Adresse geändert wird, muss der ganze Datensatz aktualisiert werden.
If the address is changed, the entire data record has to be updated.
Eintrag
In der Liste ist ein Eintrag mit einer falschen Telefonnummer.
There is an entry with an incorrect phone number in the list.