input / petition
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input / entry
The entering or typing of data into a technical device such as a computer, smartphone, or machine.
Nach der Eingabe des falschen Passworts wurde das Konto gesperrt.
After the wrong password was entered, the account was blocked.
petition / submission
An official written request, complaint, or proposal submitted to an authority, court, or other institution.
Die Bürgerinitiative reichte eine Eingabe gegen den Bau der neuen Straße ein.
The citizens' initiative submitted a petition against the construction of the new road.
The noun 'die Eingabe' is derived directly from the verb 'eingeben' (to enter/input). If you know the verb, you can infer the meaning of the noun more easily, since it describes the action or result of entering something.
Die Eingabe der Daten dauert nur wenige Minuten.
Entering the data takes only a few minutes.
You can recognize the meaning of 'Eingabe' (input/petition) from the context. In connection with technology, such as computers, passwords, or data, it means typing in information. In connection with politics or administration, such as an authority, parliament, or citizens, it refers to an official document.
Für die Online-Bestellung ist die Eingabe Ihrer Adresse erforderlich.
For the online order, entering your address is required.
In a technical context, 'Eingabe' (input/entry) is often combined with words such as 'Passwort' (password), 'PIN', 'Code' (code), or 'Daten' (data). A common phrase is also 'Fehler bei der Eingabe' (input error/error during entry).
Die Eingabe eines falschen Codes führt zur Sperrung der Karte.
Entering an incorrect code will result in the card being blocked.
When 'Eingabe' (petition/submission) means an official request, it is usually used with the verbs 'einreichen' (to submit), 'machen' (to make/file), or 'unterstützen' (to support).
Die Opposition hat eine Eingabe im Parlament eingereicht.
The opposition submitted a petition in parliament.
application / proposal
Both words can refer to a written submission to an institution. An Antrag is a specific request intended to obtain something or have it approved; an Eingabe is broader and can also contain a complaint or proposal. Use Antrag for a specific approval request, and Eingabe for a general official submission.
Wegen des Lärms reichte ich eine Eingabe bei der Behörde ein.
I submitted a written complaint to the authorities because of the noise.
Für die Genehmigung der Terrasse stellte ich einen Antrag beim Bauamt.
I submitted an application to the building authority for approval to build the terrace.
