equivalent / correspondence
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equivalent
Something that is equal or very similar to another thing in function, value, or meaning; an equivalent or parallel.
Das deutsche Wort 'Gemütlichkeit' hat keine direkte Entsprechung im Englischen.
The German word 'Gemütlichkeit' has no direct equivalent in English.
in accordance with
In agreement with or according to a rule, law, or instruction. This phrase is used mainly in formal or legal language.
Die Maßnahmen wurden in Entsprechung zu den neuen Sicherheitsrichtlinien ergriffen.
The measures were taken in accordance with the new safety guidelines.
'Die Entsprechung' (the equivalent/correspondence) is the noun related to the verb 'entsprechen' (to correspond to / to meet). If one thing 'entspricht' (corresponds to / is equivalent to) another, then it is the 'Entsprechung' (equivalent/correspondence) for it. The suffix '-ung' forms the feminine noun here.
Dieses moderne Gebäude entspricht nicht dem historischen Stil der Altstadt.
This modern building does not correspond to the historic style of the old town.
When looking for or describing an equivalent or parallel for something, the preposition 'für' (for) with the accusative is almost always used.
Gibt es eine passende Entsprechung für dieses Konzept in deiner Sprache?
Is there a suitable equivalent for this concept in your language?
The phrase 'in Entsprechung zu' (in accordance with) is very formal and belongs to administrative or legal language. It is not used in normal everyday speech.
Der Vertrag wurde in Entsprechung zu den gesetzlichen Vorgaben aufgesetzt.
The contract was drafted in accordance with the legal requirements.
counterpart
Pendant and Entsprechung can both refer to a comparable person or thing in another system. Pendant usually emphasizes a specific counterpart with a similar role. Entsprechung is broader and also applies to something with the same function, meaning, or value; it also often sounds more formal.
Im offiziellen Stellenplan steht die französische Entsprechung der deutschen Bezeichnung Niederlassungsleiter.
The official staffing plan lists the French equivalent of the German designation “branch manager.”
Der Regionalleiter ist in Frankreich das Pendant zum deutschen Niederlassungsleiter.
In France, the regional manager is the counterpart of the German branch manager.
