evidence / obviousness
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evidence
Proof or a body of facts that support or refute an assumption or theory. The term is often used in scientific, legal, or medical contexts.
Die Studie liefert klare Evidenz für die Wirksamkeit der neuen Behandlungsmethode.
The study provides clear evidence for the effectiveness of the new treatment method.
Be careful: 'Evidenz' (evidence) is not a general synonym for the English word 'evidence'. In German, 'Evidenz' is a technical term from science and philosophy and is not used for everyday proof or clues.
Die wissenschaftliche Evidenz für diese These ist noch schwach.
The scientific evidence for this thesis is still weak.
This meaning of 'Evidenz' (evidence) clearly belongs to technical and scientific language. It is used mainly in academic, medical, or legal discussions to describe a body of empirical evidence.
Für die neue Therapie gibt es bisher keine ausreichende klinische Evidenz.
So far, there is no sufficient clinical evidence for the new therapy.
When 'Evidenz' (evidence) is used as a basis for proof, it often appears with the preposition 'für' (for) and an accusative object. People speak of 'Evidenz für etwas' (evidence for something).
Die Forscher suchen nach Evidenz für Leben auf anderen Planeten.
The researchers are looking for evidence of life on other planets.
The meaning 'Offensichtlichkeit' (obviousness) is very rare and more philosophical or formal/educated in style. In normal everyday usage, you will hardly encounter this use.
Die Evidenz dieser logischen Schlussfolgerung überzeugte alle.
The obviousness of this logical conclusion convinced everyone.
hint / notice
'der Hinweis' and 'die Evidenz' can both help clarify something. But a 'Hinweis' is usually only a piece of information, a tip, or a clue. It can lead in the right direction, but it does not prove anything yet. 'Evidenz' is stronger: it means facts or evidence that support or refute an assumption. 'Evidenz' often sounds scientific, medical, or legal. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with gaining knowledge. In practice: a 'Hinweis' can trigger a suspicion or hypothesis; 'Evidenz' is meant to substantiate it.
Für diese Theorie gibt es bisher keine klare Evidenz.
So far, there is no clear evidence for this theory.
Der Hinweis in der E-Mail hilft der Familie, den richtigen Eingang zu finden.
The note in the email helps the family find the right entrance.