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A precise explanation of the meaning of a word, a concept, or a matter. It establishes the essential characteristics.
Im Wörterbuch findest du eine klare Definition dieses Fachbegriffs.
In the dictionary, you'll find a clear definition of this technical term.
The noun 'die Definition' (definition) is directly related to the verb 'definieren' (to define). 'Definieren' is the action of explaining something, and 'die Definition' is the result of that action.
Kannst du diesen Begriff bitte für mich definieren?
Can you please define this term for me?
Words that end in '-tion' are almost always feminine in German and take the article 'die'. This rule helps you recognize the gender of many nouns derived from Latin.
Die Information war sehr hilfreich.
The information was very helpful.
Common verbs used with 'Definition' in its main meaning are 'eine Definition geben' (to give a definition), 'eine Definition suchen' (to look for a definition), or 'eine Definition finden' (to find a definition). Adjectives are often 'klar' (clear), 'genau' (precise), or 'wissenschaftlich' (scientific).
Der Professor gab eine sehr genaue Definition des Begriffs.
The professor gave a very precise definition of the term.
You can recognize the meaning 'Bildschärfe' (image sharpness) from the technical context. When there is talk of 'Fernseher' (television), 'Bildschirm' (screen), 'Auflösung' (resolution), or 'HD' (High Definition), it almost always refers to image quality.
Dieser Monitor hat eine sehr hohe Definition.
This monitor has very high definition.
meaning / importance
'die Bedeutung' and 'die Definition' both have to do with understanding a word or concept. 'Bedeutung' means the meaning itself: What does a word or sign mean? 'Definition' means a precise explanation of that meaning, often with important characteristics. They can be confused because a definition explains the meaning. In simple questions, 'Bedeutung' often fits. When something needs to be explained precisely, technically, or in writing, 'Definition' is more natural.
Für den Test schreibt Lena eine kurze Definition des Begriffs in ihr Heft.
For the test, Lena writes a short definition of the term in her notebook.
Ich habe die Bedeutung des Wortes verstanden, aber ich kann es noch nicht gut benutzen.
I understood the meaning of the word, but I still can't use it well.