modification
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modification
A change, adjustment, or alteration of something existing in order to improve it, change it, or make it more suitable for a specific purpose.
Durch eine kleine Modifikation am Programmcode konnte die Software deutlich beschleunigt werden.
With a small modification to the program code, the software could be made significantly faster.
modification
In biology, a non-hereditary change in the appearance (phenotype) of an organism caused by environmental factors.
Die unterschiedliche Blütenfarbe von Hortensien je nach pH-Wert des Bodens ist eine klassische Modifikation.
The different flower color of hydrangeas depending on the pH value of the soil is a classic modification.
'Modifikation' (modification) belongs to the verb 'modifizieren' (to modify). Nouns ending in '-tion' are often derived from verbs ending in '-zieren'. These words frequently come from Latin.
Der Techniker muss den Motor noch etwas modifizieren.
The technician still has to modify the engine a little.
To express what thing a change is made to, you often use the preposition 'an' with the dative. For example: 'eine Modifikation am Auto' (a modification to the car).
Die Modifikation an der Benutzeroberfläche macht die App einfacher zu bedienen.
The modification to the user interface makes the app easier to use.
Common verbs used with 'Modifikation' (modification) are 'vornehmen' (to make/carry out) and 'durchführen' (to carry out). So you say 'eine Modifikation vornehmen' (to make a modification).
Der Hersteller hat einige Modifikationen am Design vorgenommen.
The manufacturer made several modifications to the design.
This meaning is a technical term from biology. You can recognize it from words like 'Lebewesen' (organism), 'Phänotyp' (phenotype), 'Umwelteinfluss' (environmental influence), or 'genetisch' (genetic).
Die Entwicklung der Muskeln durch Training ist eine Modifikation, keine genetische Veränderung.
The development of muscles through training is a modification, not a genetic change.
change
Veränderung generally refers to something becoming different, even without intention. For an existing object, Modifikation usually means a deliberate adjustment made for a specific purpose. Veränderung is therefore suitable for an unplanned change, while Modifikation is more precise for a consciously adjusted detail.
Die Modifikation an der Abdeckung nahmen wir gezielt für einen neuen Einsatz vor.
We deliberately made the modification to the cover for a new use.
Die Veränderung an der Abdeckung entstand unerwartet durch große Hitze.
The change to the cover occurred unexpectedly because of the intense heat.
