die Fixierung
fastening
The fastening or attaching of something so that it can no longer move.
EXAMPLE
Die korrekte Fixierung des Kindersitzes im Auto ist lebenswichtig.
The correct fastening of the child seat in the car is vital.
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fixation
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Meanings
die Fixierung
fixation
A compulsive, excessive concentration or focus on a particular person, idea, or goal.
EXAMPLE
Seine Fixierung auf materiellem Reichtum lässt ihn die wichtigen Dinge im Leben vergessen.
His fixation on material wealth makes him forget the important things in life.
die Fixierung
restraint
In medicine, the holding down or strapping down of a patient in order to prevent danger to themselves or others.
EXAMPLE
Die Fixierung des unruhigen Patienten war eine notwendige Sicherheitsmaßnahme.
The restraint of the restless patient was a necessary safety measure.
die Fixierung
fixation
A chemical or physical process used to preserve biological material (e.g., tissue, cells) and keep it in a stable state, often for microscopic examinations.
EXAMPLE
Nach der Entnahme der Gewebeprobe erfolgt sofort die Fixierung in Formalin.
After the tissue sample is taken, fixation in formalin takes place immediately.
Usage tips
Word family
The noun 'die Fixierung' (fixation/fastening) is derived directly from the verb 'fixieren' (to fasten, to determine). The ending '-ung' describes the process or result of this action.
EXAMPLE
Man muss den Schrank gut an der Wand fixieren, damit er nicht umfällt.
You have to fix the cabinet securely to the wall so that it doesn't fall over.
Context clues
You can recognize the meaning of 'Fixierung' (fixation/fastening) from the context. If it is about technology and objects, fastening is meant. In a psychological context, it refers to an obsession; in medicine, to restraining patients or preserving samples.
EXAMPLE
Je nach Fachgebiet hat das Wort „Fixierung“ eine andere Bedeutung.
Depending on the field, the word 'Fixierung' has a different meaning.
Register: technical language
The meanings in the medical field (restraining patients) and in biology (preserving tissue) are mainly common in technical language. They are rarely used in everyday speech.
EXAMPLE
Im Laborprotokoll wird die Methode der Fixierung genau beschrieben.
The method of fixation is described precisely in the lab protocol.
Typical combinations
In the technical meaning of fastening, the word is often used in connection with safety, for example 'die Fixierung der Ladung' (securing the load) on a truck or 'die Fixierung eines Regals' (fastening a shelf) to the wall.
EXAMPLE
Die mangelhafte Fixierung der Bauteile führte zum Einsturz.
The inadequate fastening of the components led to the collapse.
Preposition with obsession
When 'Fixierung' (fixation) describes a psychological obsession, the preposition 'auf' with the accusative is almost always used. This structure is: 'Fixierung auf jemanden/etwas' (fixation on someone/something).
EXAMPLE
Ihre Fixierung auf den Erfolg macht sie unglücklich.
Her fixation on success makes her unhappy.
Compare with
Fixierung vs Befestigung
attachment / fortification / fastener
Befestigung and Fixierung can both refer to firmly attaching an object. Befestigung emphasizes attaching something at a particular place. Fixierung focuses more strongly on deliberately preventing any movement, for example during a task.
Fixierung
Die Fixierung des Werkstücks verhindert jede Bewegung während des Bohrens.
Securing the workpiece prevents any movement while it is being drilled.
Befestigung
Die Befestigung des Schildes an der Wand erfolgt mit zwei Schrauben.
The sign is attached to the wall with two screws.
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