correlation
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correlation
A mutual connection or relationship between two or more things, characteristics, or processes. In statistics, it describes how strongly two variables change together.
Die Studie zeigt eine deutliche Korrelation zwischen wenig Schlaf und Konzentrationsproblemen.
The study shows a clear correlation between too little sleep and concentration problems.
A correlation describes a relationship between two or more things. The most common sentence structure is 'eine Korrelation zwischen [Sache A] und [Sache B]' (a correlation between [thing A] and [thing B]).
Es gibt eine Korrelation zwischen dem Alter und dem Einkommen.
There is a correlation between age and income.
'Korrelation' (correlation) is a rather formal word that is used mainly in science, statistics, and academic or technical discussions.
Der Begriff „Korrelation“ wird häufig in wissenschaftlichen Artikeln verwendet.
The term 'Korrelation' (correlation) is often used in scientific articles.
Common adjectives that describe a correlation are 'stark' (strong), 'schwach' (weak), 'deutlich' (clear), 'positiv' (positive), or 'negativ' (negative).
Forscher haben eine starke Korrelation zwischen den beiden Faktoren nachgewiesen.
Researchers have demonstrated a strong correlation between the two factors.
An important principle is: 'Korrelation bedeutet nicht Kausalität' (correlation does not mean causation). Just because two things occur together does not mean that one causes the other.
Auch wenn es eine Korrelation gibt, bedeutet das nicht, dass der Konsum von Eis die Ursache für Sonnenbrände ist.
Even if there is a correlation, that does not mean that eating ice cream is the cause of sunburn.
connection / context
'der Zusammenhang' and 'die Korrelation' both describe a relationship between things. 'Zusammenhang' is the general word and fits in many everyday situations when two events, reasons, or pieces of information are connected. 'Korrelation' is more specific and is used especially in statistics, research, or analysis. It means that two values or characteristics occur together or change together. Learners may confuse the words because 'Korrelation' often seems like a technical word for 'Zusammenhang'. In everyday language, 'Zusammenhang' is usually more natural; with data and numbers, 'Korrelation' is more precise.
Die Klasse untersucht die Korrelation zwischen Lernzeit und Testergebnis.
The class examines the correlation between study time and test results.
Bei der Arbeit erklärt Herr Demir den Zusammenhang zwischen Planung und pünktlicher Lieferung.
At work, Mr. Demir explains the connection between planning and on-time delivery.