base value / core value
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base value
In percentage calculation, the starting quantity that corresponds to 100% and to which the percentage value and percentage rate refer.
Wenn 50 Euro 20 % sind, beträgt der Grundwert 250 Euro.
If 50 euros is 20%, the base value is 250 euros.
core value
A fundamental principle or basic belief that guides the thinking and actions of a person or society.
Freiheit und Gerechtigkeit sind Grundwerte einer demokratischen Verfassung.
Freedom and justice are core values of a democratic constitution.
The word is made up of 'Grund' (basis/foundation) and 'Wert' (value). Here, 'Grund' means 'Basis' (basis) or 'Fundament' (foundation). A Grundwert is therefore literally a base value from which one starts.
Der Grundwert ist die Basis für die gesamte Prozentrechnung.
The base value is the basis for the entire percentage calculation.
You can easily recognize the meaning from the context. In connection with numbers, percentages (%), and calculations, the mathematical meaning is intended. If it is about society, ethics, or politics, it refers to fundamental principles.
Um den Prozentwert zu finden, brauchen wir den Grundwert.
To find the percentage value, we need the base value.
In a mathematical context, 'Grundwert' (base value) is often used with verbs such as 'berechnen' (to calculate), 'ermitteln' (to determine), or 'betragen' (to amount to/be). It is the central quantity in percentage calculation.
Können Sie den Grundwert für diese Aufgabe berechnen?
Can you calculate the base value for this problem?
When referring to principles, 'Grundwert' (core value) is often combined with adjectives such as 'demokratisch' (democratic), 'gesellschaftlich' (social), or 'moralisch' (moral). One can 'teilen' (share), 'verteidigen' (defend), or 'verletzt sehen' (see as violated) these values.
Toleranz ist ein wichtiger gesellschaftlicher Grundwert.
Tolerance is an important social core value.
principle
Both words can refer to a basic orientation for action. “Ein Grundwert” is an ideal that a person or society considers important, whereas “ein Prinzip” more strongly expresses a guiding or organizing rule. Use Grundwert for a valued ideal and Prinzip for a rule of conduct.
Respekt ist ein Grundwert unserer Gruppe und für alle Mitglieder wichtig.
Respect is a core value of our group and is important to all its members.
Das Prinzip unserer Gruppe ist, wichtige Entscheidungen gemeinsam zu treffen.
The principle of our group is to make important decisions together.
