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constant
A fixed, unchangeable quantity in mathematics, physics, or another science. It has a defined value that does not change.
Die Lichtgeschwindigkeit im Vakuum ist eine wichtige physikalische Konstante.
The speed of light in a vacuum is an important physical constant.
'Die Konstante' (the constant) is the nominalized form of the adjective 'konstant' (constant). Something that is 'konstant' (that is, steady or unchangeable) is a 'Konstante' (constant).
Die Temperatur im Raum bleibt immer konstant.
The temperature in the room always remains constant.
You can recognize the meaning from context. In scientific texts (mathematics, physics), it refers to a fixed quantity. In everyday language, 'Konstante' (constant) describes a reliable, unchangeable thing or person.
Die Kreiszahl Pi ist eine bekannte mathematische Konstante.
The number pi is a well-known mathematical constant.
In the sense of a fixed quantity, 'die Konstante' (the constant) is a technical term used mainly in science, especially in mathematics and physics.
In der Physik gibt es viele Naturkonstanten.
In physics, there are many natural constants.
In the figurative meaning, 'Konstante' (constant) is often used to express stability in a changing environment. A common phrase is 'die einzige Konstante' (the only constant).
In einer Welt des Wandels ist die Familie für viele eine Konstante.
In a world of change, family is a constant for many people.
factor
'der Faktor' and 'die Konstante' can both occur in mathematics, science, or when describing a situation. A factor influences a result; it can change depending on the situation or have different levels of importance. A constant stays the same and does not change. Learners may confuse the words because a constant can also be a factor in a situation. The most important difference is: 'Faktor' asks about influence, while 'Konstante' asks about the value or circumstance that remains the same.
In unserem Team ist Frau Becker seit Jahren eine verlässliche Konstante.
In our team, Ms. Becker has been a reliable constant for years.
Bei der Planung spielt das Wetter als Faktor eine große Rolle.
In planning, the weather plays a major role as a factor.