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die Erschaffung
creation
The act of producing or creating something new, great, or artistic.
example
Die Erschaffung eines Meisterwerks erfordert Talent und jahrelange Arbeit.
The creation of a masterpiece requires talent and years of work.
die Erschaffung
creation
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Usage tips
Word family
The noun 'die Erschaffung' (creation) is derived from the verb 'erschaffen' (to create). The prefix 'er-' here emphasizes the successful result of an action, while the ending '-ung' describes the process or the result itself.
EXAMPLE
Der Künstler sprach über den Prozess der Erschaffung seiner Skulpturen.
The artist talked about the process of creating his sculptures.
Use with genitive
'Erschaffung' (creation) is very often used with a genitive object to specify what was created. This structure is typical of formal or written language.
EXAMPLE
Die Erschaffung einer gerechteren Gesellschaft ist ein hohes Ziel.
The creation of a more just society is a noble goal.
Register
The word 'Erschaffung' (creation) belongs to an elevated, formal style. It is used for great, significant, or creative creations, not for everyday actions.
EXAMPLE
Die Erschaffung des Internets hat die Welt für immer verändert.
The creation of the internet changed the world forever.
Context clue
You can recognize this meaning from the context. When 'Welt' (world), 'Mensch' (human being), 'Himmel und Erde' (heaven and earth), or a divine being is mentioned, it almost always refers to the religious or mythological act of creation.
EXAMPLE
Der Film behandelt die Mythen über die Erschaffung der Welt.
The film deals with myths about the creation of the world.
Compare with
Erschaffung vs Herstellung
production
'die Herstellung' and 'die Erschaffung' can both describe something coming into being. 'Herstellung' is used mainly for a concrete process in which something is produced or brought about. The word fits well with goods, products, or contacts. 'Erschaffung' sounds bigger, more solemn, or more artistic. It fits when something new or significant comes into being, or, in religious and mythological texts, even the world. Learners may confuse the words because both talk about bringing something into existence. In everyday language and in production contexts, 'Herstellung' is usually more natural. Choose 'Erschaffung' when the result seems especially new, grand, or creative.
Erschaffung
Der Film erzählt von der Erschaffung einer neuen Welt.
The film tells the story of the creation of a new world.
Herstellung
Die Herstellung der Ersatzteile dauert in der Werkstatt mehrere Tage.
The production of the spare parts takes several days in the workshop.
In real life
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