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An alphabetically ordered list of keywords, names, or topics at the end of a book that indicates on which pages they can be found.
Wenn du das Kapitel nicht findest, schau im Index nach.
If you can't find the chapter, look it up in the index.
index
A statistical figure that measures the average change in a group of values, for example stock prices or prices.
Der Deutsche Aktienindex (DAX) ist heute um zwei Prozent gestiegen.
The German stock index (DAX) rose by two percent today.
restricted list
An official list of media (films, books, games) whose distribution in Germany is restricted because they are considered harmful to minors.
Der Horrorfilm steht auf dem Index und darf nicht an Minderjährige verkauft werden.
The horror film is on the restricted list and may not be sold to minors.
index
In mathematics and computer science, a small subscript or superscript number or letter that identifies an element in a sequence or matrix.
Das Element a mit dem Index 3 ist das dritte Element in der Reihe.
The element a with the index 3 is the third element in the series.
In connection with books or academic papers, 'der Index' (the index) always refers to the keyword index at the end. The typical verb in this context is 'nachschlagen' (to look up).
Ich habe den Begriff im Index des Fachbuchs nachgeschlagen.
I looked up the term in the index of the textbook.
In news about business and finance, 'Index' (index) means a figure that measures a trend or development. You often hear of an 'Aktienindex' (stock index) or 'Preisindex' (price index).
Der Index der Verbraucherpreise ist leicht gesunken.
The consumer price index has fallen slightly.
The fixed expression 'auf dem Index stehen' means that a medium (e.g. a film or video game) has been classified as harmful to minors and may only be sold with restrictions.
Dieses Computerspiel stand lange auf dem Index.
This computer game was on the restricted list for a long time.
In mathematics, computer science, or other sciences, an 'Index' (index) is a small number or letter that indicates the position of an element in a series.
In der Formel steht der Index „i“ für eine beliebige ganze Zahl von 1 bis 10.
In the formula, the index 'i' stands for any whole number from 1 to 10.
register
Index and Register can both refer to a list at the end of a book that helps readers find information. Index is the more usual technical term for an alphabetical list of keywords with page numbers; Register is more general. In a book, either word may often fit, but Index usually sounds more precise.
Im Index des Fachbuchs findet man das Thema auf Seite eighty.
In the index of the textbook, you can find the topic on page eighty.
Im Register des Fachbuchs findet man das Thema auf Seite 80.
In the register of the textbook, you can find the topic on page 80.
