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scope
The spatial, subject-related, or temporal area in which a rule, law, contract, or fare is valid.
Der Geltungsbereich der neuen Verordnung erstreckt sich auf das gesamte Bundesgebiet.
The scope of the new regulation extends to the entire federal territory.
This noun consists of 'Geltung' (from 'gelten', meaning validity) and 'Bereich' (area, zone). So it literally refers to the area in which something applies.
Bitte prüfen Sie den Geltungsbereich Ihrer Fahrkarte, bevor Sie losfahren.
Please check the area of validity of your ticket before you set off.
'Geltungsbereich' (scope/area of validity) is a formal word that typically occurs in administrative and legal language. You often find it in contracts, laws, or on official notice signs.
Der Geltungsbereich dieses Tarifs ist auf die Stadtgrenzen beschränkt.
The scope of this fare is limited to the city boundaries.
The word is often used with laws, contracts, fares, or tickets. Typical verbs are 'in den Geltungsbereich fallen' (to fall within the scope) or 'sich auf etwas erstrecken' (to extend to something).
Diese Sonderregelung fällt nicht in den Geltungsbereich des normalen Arbeitsvertrags.
This special regulation does not fall within the scope of the normal employment contract.
scope / area of application
Both words refer to the scope in which a rule or law plays a role. „Geltungsbereich“ emphasizes the cases or periods for which it is valid, while „Anwendungsbereich“ focuses on the situations in which it is used. „Geltungsbereich“ is usually the right choice for questions of validity, while „Anwendungsbereich“ is used for practical application.
Der Geltungsbereich der Regel umfasst alle Klassen der Schule.
The scope of the rule covers all the school's classes.
Der Anwendungsbereich dieser Methode liegt vor allem im Unterricht.
The main area of application of this method is in education.
