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identification
The process or result of recognizing and clearly assigning a person or thing. This often happens based on specific features or documents.
Die Identifizierung des Unfallopfers war nur durch einen DNA-Test möglich.
The identification of the accident victim was only possible through a DNA test.
The noun 'Identifizierung' (identification) is derived from the verb 'identifizieren' (to identify). The ending '-ung' is a typical way in German to form a noun from a verb.
Können Sie die Person auf dem Foto identifizieren?
Can you identify the person in the photo?
The preposition reveals the meaning: 'Identifizierung von jemandem/etwas' (identification of someone/something) means recognizing a person or thing. 'Identifizierung mit jemandem/etwas' (identification with someone/something) describes the feeling of belonging to a person or group.
Die Identifizierung von seltenen Vogelarten erfordert viel Erfahrung.
The identification of rare bird species requires a lot of experience.
In the context of recognition, the word is often connected with official or police actions. Typical formulations are 'zur Identifizierung führen' (to lead to identification), 'die Identifizierung ermöglichen' (to make identification possible), or 'die eindeutige Identifizierung' (clear identification).
Der Fingerabdruck führte zur eindeutigen Identifizierung des Diebes.
The fingerprint led to the clear identification of the thief.
In the psychological meaning, 'Identifizierung' (identification) is almost always used with the preposition 'mit' and the dative. It describes a close emotional or value-based connection.
Die Identifizierung mit den Zielen des Projekts ist für den Erfolg entscheidend.
Identification with the goals of the project is crucial for success.
provision / purpose
'die Bestimmung' and 'die Identifizierung' can both describe a process in which you recognize or assign something precisely. 'Bestimmung' often fits when you classify or name something in a technical or specialized way, for example a species, a value, or a concept. 'Identifizierung' is used especially when a person or thing is clearly recognized, often using features, photos, or documents. The risk of confusion arises because both words have to do with precise recognition. 'Bestimmung' is more about asking: What exactly is this? 'Identifizierung' is more about asking: Who is this, or which individual object is this?
Die Identifizierung des Patienten erfolgt beim Arzt über die Versichertenkarte.
At the doctor's office, the patient is identified using their insurance card.
Vor der Reise übt Herr Fischer die Bestimmung verschiedener Vogelarten.
Before the trip, Mr. Fischer practices identifying different bird species.