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A conceptual structure, theory, or model made up of different elements in order to explain complex relationships. It exists as an idea, not as a physical object.
In der Psychologie ist Intelligenz ein theoretisches Konstrukt, das schwer zu messen ist.
In psychology, intelligence is a theoretical construct that is difficult to measure.
'Konstrukt' (construct) belongs to the word family of the verb 'konstruieren' (to construct: to assemble or build something according to a plan). All meanings of 'Konstrukt' share this idea of something 'zusammengesetzt' (put together / assembled).
Der Ingenieur konstruiert eine neue Brücke.
The engineer is designing a new bridge.
You can recognize the meaning from context. If people are talking about ideas, theories, or society, it refers to a conceptual structure. If it is about architecture or technology, it refers to a material structure.
Die Idee der Nation ist ein historisch gewachsenes Konstrukt.
The idea of the nation is a historically developed construct.
Especially in its abstract meaning, 'Konstrukt' (construct) is a word used in technical and educated language. It is often found in academic, philosophical, or sociological texts.
In ihrer Doktorarbeit analysiert sie das soziale Konstrukt von Männlichkeit.
In her doctoral thesis, she analyzes the social construct of masculinity.
When referring to a conceptual structure, 'Konstrukt' (construct) is often combined with adjectives such as 'theoretisch' (theoretical), 'gedanklich' (conceptual), or 'sozial' (social).
Freundschaft ist mehr als nur ein soziales Konstrukt.
Friendship is more than just a social construct.
concept / plan
'das Konzept' and 'das Konstrukt' can both refer to something imagined or planned. 'Konzept' is often used for an idea or plan according to which you want to do something, for example a project, a course, or an application. 'Konstrukt' sounds more abstract and tends to mean a conceptual model made up of several parts in order to explain something difficult. Learners may confuse the words because neither necessarily refers to a real object. As a practical rule: 'Konzept' is usually suitable for plans and intentions. 'Konstrukt' is more suitable for theoretical models or artificially formed ideas.
In der Diskussion erklärt der Lehrer, dass „soziale Rolle“ ein wichtiges Konstrukt ist.
In the discussion, the teacher explains that “social role” is an important construct.
Für den neuen Familienkurs schreibt Maria ein klares Konzept.
Maria is writing a clear concept for the new family course.