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criterion
A feature, standard, or condition by which something is judged, evaluated, or decided.
Eines der wichtigsten Kriterien für die Jobwahl ist ein gutes Arbeitsklima.
One of the most important criteria for choosing a job is a good working atmosphere.
To express what a criterion applies to, the preposition 'für' (for) with the accusative is almost always used.
Ein faires Gehalt ist für viele ein entscheidendes Kriterium bei der Jobsuche.
For many people, a fair salary is a decisive criterion when looking for a job.
Common verbs used with 'Kriterium' (criterion) are 'ein Kriterium erfüllen' (to meet a criterion), 'Kriterien festlegen' (to define criteria), 'Kriterien anwenden' (to apply criteria), or 'ein Kriterium berücksichtigen' (to take a criterion into account).
Bewerber, die nicht alle formalen Kriterien erfüllen, können wir leider nicht einladen.
Unfortunately, we cannot invite applicants who do not meet all the formal criteria.
People often speak not only of one 'Kriterium' (criterion), but of several 'Kriterien' (criteria). The plural is used whenever a decision or evaluation depends on several factors.
Nach welchen Kriterien werden die Gewinner ausgewählt?
By which criteria are the winners selected?
condition / requirement
A Bedingung must be fulfilled for something to be valid or to happen. A Kriterium is a feature or standard used to judge something and does not have to be decisive on its own. Use “Bedingung” for a necessary requirement and “Kriterium” for a basis for evaluation.
Berufserfahrung ist ein wichtiges Kriterium bei der Auswahl der Bewerber.
Professional experience is an important criterion when selecting applicants.
Eine vollständige Bewerbung ist Bedingung für die Teilnahme am Auswahlverfahren.
A complete application is a requirement for taking part in the selection process.
