consistency
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consistency
The material texture of a substance, especially its firmness, density, or viscosity.
Für die perfekte Sauce muss die Konsistenz cremig, aber nicht zu dick sein.
For the perfect sauce, the consistency has to be creamy but not too thick.
consistency
The logical coherence, freedom from contradiction, and consistency of arguments, theories, or actions.
In seiner Argumentation fehlt jegliche Konsistenz.
His argumentation lacks any consistency.
The meaning of 'Konsistenz' (consistency) depends strongly on the context. In connection with food, liquids, or materials, it refers to the physical texture. In discussions about ideas, plans, or arguments, it refers to logical coherence.
Die Konsistenz des Teiges ist perfekt zum Ausrollen.
The consistency of the dough is perfect for rolling out.
The adjective for 'die Konsistenz' (consistency) is 'konsistent' (consistent). If something is 'konsistent' (consistent), then it has 'Konsistenz' (consistency). This connection helps you understand and use both words.
Ein guter wissenschaftlicher Aufsatz muss logisch konsistent sein.
A good scientific essay must be logically consistent.
To describe material texture, 'Konsistenz' (consistency) is often combined with adjectives like 'fest' (firm), 'flüssig' (liquid), 'cremig' (creamy), 'zäh' (viscous/tough), or 'weich' (soft).
Rühre die Suppe, bis sie eine cremige Konsistenz hat.
Stir the soup until it has a creamy consistency.
In the logical meaning, 'Konsistenz' (consistency) is often used in phrases like 'die Konsistenz wahren' (to maintain consistency), 'es fehlt an Konsistenz' (there is a lack of consistency), or in combination with 'logisch' (logical) and 'innerlich' (internal).
Dem Plan fehlt die innere Konsistenz, um erfolgreich zu sein.
The plan lacks the internal consistency needed to be successful.
integrity
For data, Konsistenz specifically refers to logical coherence and freedom from contradiction. Integrität is broader and means that the data set is intact and complete. If entries do not contradict one another, they are consistent; if no data is missing or altered, their integrity is preserved.
Die Prüfung bestätigt die Konsistenz des Datenbestands, weil kein Eintrag einem anderen widerspricht.
The check confirms the consistency of the data set because no entry contradicts another.
Die Prüfung bestätigt die Integrität des Datenbestands, weil alle Einträge vollständig und unverändert sind.
The check confirms the integrity of the data set because all entries are complete and unchanged.
