multipel
multiple
Existing in several instances or consisting of several parts, causes, or factors.
EXAMPLE
Das Unternehmen kämpft mit multiplen Problemen.
The company is struggling with multiple problems.
multipel
multiple
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry multipel, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
Comparison
| basic form | multipel |
|---|
After der, die, das
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | multiple | multiple | multiple | multiplen |
| acc. | multiplen | multiple | multiple | multiplen |
| dat. | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen |
| gen. | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen |
After ein, eine
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | multipler | multiple | multiples | multiplen |
| acc. | multiplen | multiple | multiples | multiplen |
| dat. | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen |
| gen. | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen | multiplen |
Without article
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | multipler | multiple | multiples | multiple |
| acc. | multiplen | multiple | multiples | multiple |
| dat. | multiplem | multipler | multiplem | multiplen |
| gen. | multiplen | multipler | multiplen | multipler |
Usage tips
Word formation
The word beginning „multi-“ points to multiplicity or a large number. It helps identify the basic idea of „multipel“ (multiple).
EXAMPLE
Bei dem Unfall erlitt der Fahrer multiple Verletzungen.
The driver suffered multiple injuries in the accident.
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„Multipel“ (multiple) is used mainly in technical and formal texts, for example in medical, scientific, or analytical contexts.
EXAMPLE
Im Arztbericht ist von multiplen Prellungen die Rede.
The medical report mentions multiple contusions.
Typical collocations
„Multipel“ (multiple) commonly occurs with words such as „Ursachen“ (causes), „Faktoren“ (factors), or „Belastungen“ (burdens/stresses). It often describes a situation characterized by several influences.
EXAMPLE
Für die Verzögerung gibt es multiple Faktoren.
There are multiple factors behind the delay.
In real life
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