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complexity
The quality of being multilayered, complicated, and made up of many interconnected parts. It describes the state of something being difficult to grasp or understand.
Die Komplexität des Problems erfordert eine sorgfältige Analyse.
The complexity of the problem requires careful analysis.
The word ends in '-ität' (-ity). This ending is often attached to adjectives to form an abstract noun. Here, the adjective 'komplex' (complex) becomes the noun 'die Komplexität' (complexity).
Aus „real“ wird „die Realität“, aus „flexibel“ wird „die Flexibilität“.
'Real' becomes 'die Realität' (reality), and 'flexibel' becomes 'die Flexibilität' (flexibility).
'Komplexität' (complexity) is often combined with the adjectives 'hoch' (high) or 'gering' (low). People often talk about the 'Komplexität eines Problems' (complexity of a problem), 'eines Systems' (of a system), or 'einer Aufgabe' (of a task).
Das Projekt scheiterte an seiner hohen Komplexität.
The project failed because of its high complexity.
'Komplexität' (complexity) is a word used especially in formal, academic, or technical contexts. It sounds more formal and precise than the word 'Schwierigkeit' (difficulty).
Die Studie untersucht die Komplexität globaler Lieferketten.
The study examines the complexity of global supply chains.
complication
Both words can explain why a situation is difficult to grasp or more difficult than expected. „Komplexität“ describes the multilayered structure and interaction of many parts. A „Komplikation“, on the other hand, is an additional problem that makes the situation more difficult.
Die Komplexität des Projekts entsteht durch viele miteinander verbundene Aufgaben.
The complexity of the project stems from the many interconnected tasks.
Eine technische Komplikation verzögerte das Projekt um mehrere Tage.
A technical complication delayed the project by several days.
