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die Mischung
mixture
A mixture of two or more different substances, ingredients, or elements.
example
Für den Salat mache ich eine Mischung aus Essig, Öl und Kräutern.
For the salad, I make a mixture of vinegar, oil, and herbs.
die Mischung
mixture
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Word structure
The noun 'die Mischung' is derived from the verb 'mischen' (to mix). The ending '-ung' is used to form nouns from verbs. Such nouns are always feminine (die).
EXAMPLE
Das Mischen der Zutaten dauert nur wenige Minuten.
Mixing the ingredients takes only a few minutes.
Sentence structure with "aus"
To name the components of a mixture, you almost always use the preposition 'aus' followed by the dative. The structure is: 'eine Mischung aus A, B und C' (a mixture of A, B, and C).
EXAMPLE
Der Cocktail ist eine Mischung aus Rum, Saft und Eis.
The cocktail is a mixture of rum, juice, and ice.
Fixed expression
The saying 'Die Mischung macht's!' is very common. It means that a balanced combination of different elements is the key to success or to a good result.
EXAMPLE
Ein bisschen Arbeit, ein bisschen Freizeit – die Mischung macht's!
A little work, a little free time—the right mixture is what matters!
Compare with
Mischung vs Verbindung
connection / association
'die Verbindung' and 'die Mischung' can both consist of several substances. In chemistry, the difference is important. A 'Verbindung' (compound) is formed when elements are chemically bonded firmly together and form a new substance. A 'Mischung' (mixture) consists of several substances that are brought together but do not necessarily react chemically. Learners may confuse the words because in both cases several parts come together. In practical terms: with a 'Mischung', you can often still recognize or separate the components; with a chemical 'Verbindung', something new is created.
Mischung
Für den Kuchen rührt Maria eine Mischung aus Mehl, Zucker und Eiern an.
For the cake, Maria stirs together a mixture of flour, sugar, and eggs.
Verbindung
Wasser ist eine chemische Verbindung aus Wasserstoff und Sauerstoff.
Water is a chemical compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
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