creation / preparation
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creation
The process of making, producing, or compiling something, for example a document, a plan, software, or a building.
Die Erstellung eines Businessplans ist der erste Schritt zur Firmengründung.
Creating a business plan is the first step toward starting a company.
The noun 'die Erstellung' is derived directly from the verb 'erstellen' (to create/prepare). The ending '-ung' is a very common way in German to form a noun from a verb that describes the process or result of the action.
Wir müssen das Protokoll noch erstellen.
We still have to create the minutes.
To say what is being created, the genitive is usually used. In spoken language or with nouns without an article, 'von' + dative is also often used.
Die Erstellung des neuen Zeitplans war kompliziert.
Creating the new schedule was complicated.
'Erstellung' is often used in connection with digital or administrative tasks. Typical combinations are the creation of a document, a website, an account, or a concept.
Für die Erstellung eines neuen Passworts klicken Sie bitte hier.
To create a new password, please click here.
The word 'Erstellung' belongs more to written language and is frequently used in formal, technical, or business contexts.
Der Auftrag umfasst die Erstellung einer neuen Software.
The contract includes the creation of new software.
development
'die Entwicklung' and 'die Erstellung' can both mean that something is being made. 'Entwicklung' fits especially when a new idea, product, or technology is planned, tested, and improved. 'Erstellung' refers more to the concrete making or compiling of something, for example a report, a plan, or a file. The words can be confused because both appear in projects. When thinking, planning, and improving are important, 'Entwicklung' sounds more natural. When the finished creation of a document or product is meant, 'Erstellung' fits better.
Für die Erstellung des Berichts sammelt Lisa zuerst alle wichtigen Zahlen.
To prepare the report, Lisa first collects all the important figures.
Die Entwicklung des neuen Programms braucht viel Zeit und mehrere Tests.
The development of the new program takes a lot of time and several tests.