der Effekt
effect
The effect, result, or consequence that a particular cause or action has.
EXAMPLE
Das neue Medikament zeigte schnell einen positiven Effekt.
The new medication quickly showed a positive effect.
der Effekt
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Meanings
der Effekt
effect
An artificially created impression or illusion, especially in film, theater, or photography (special effect).
EXAMPLE
Die visuellen Effekte in diesem Science-Fiction-Film sind atemberaubend.
The visual effects in this science fiction film are breathtaking.
im Effekt
in effect
An expression that means 'as a result', 'ultimately', or 'in reality'.
EXAMPLE
Die Regelung ist kompliziert, aber im Effekt ändert sich für uns nur wenig.
The regulation is complicated, but in effect very little changes for us.
der Effekt
security
In finance (usually in the plural 'Effekten'), a collective term for securities such as stocks or bonds.
EXAMPLE
Die Bank ist auf den Handel mit Effekten spezialisiert.
The bank specializes in trading securities.
Usage tips
Plural forms
This word has two different plural forms with different meanings. 'Die Effekte' is the normal plural for effects or special effects. 'Die Effekten' is used only in finance for securities.
EXAMPLE
Die Effekte des Sturms sind noch immer sichtbar.
The effects of the storm are still visible.
Sentence structure and usage
When an effect on something is described, 'Effekt' (effect) typically appears with the preposition 'auf' (on) followed by the accusative.
EXAMPLE
Die neue Software hatte einen großen Effekt auf unsere Produktivität.
The new software had a big effect on our productivity.
Typical collocations
In the meaning 'Wirkung' (effect), 'Effekt' (effect) is often combined with adjectives such as 'positiv' (positive), 'negativ' (negative), 'direkt' (direct), 'indirekt' (indirect), or 'langfristig' (long-term).
EXAMPLE
Regelmäßiger Sport hat einen positiven Effekt auf die Gesundheit.
Regular exercise has a positive effect on health.
Typical collocations
In the context of media such as film or theater, 'Effekt' (effect) is usually used in compounds or combinations such as 'Spezialeffekte' (special effects), 'visuelle Effekte' (visual effects), or 'Sound-Effekte' (sound effects).
EXAMPLE
Der Film gewann einen Preis für die besten visuellen Effekte.
The film won an award for the best visual effects.
Fixed expression
The expression 'im Effekt' (in effect) is a fixed idiom that means 'im Ergebnis' (as a result) or 'letztendlich' (ultimately). It often introduces a summarizing conclusion.
EXAMPLE
Wir haben viel diskutiert, aber im Effekt bleibt alles beim Alten.
We discussed a lot, but in effect everything stays the same.
Compare with
Effekt vs Folge
consequence / episode
Folge and Effekt can both refer to something that arises from a cause. Folge presents it mainly as a consequence that occurs afterward. Effekt places more emphasis on the change brought about or the benefit achieved. Depending on the perspective, therefore, both words may fit.
Effekt
Die niedrigere Dosis hatte den gewünschten Effekt und machte den Patienten weniger müde.
The lower dose had the desired effect and made the patient less tired.
Folge
Die geringere Müdigkeit war eine Folge der niedrigeren Dosis.
The reduced fatigue was a consequence of the lower dose.
In real life
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