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normality
The state in which things are as they usually are or as one expects them to be; the absence of crises, disruptions, or extraordinary circumstances.
Nach den wochenlangen Streiks kehrte langsam wieder Normalität im öffentlichen Verkehr ein.
After weeks of strikes, normality slowly returned to public transportation.
'Normalität' (normality) is derived from the adjective 'normal' (normal). The ending '-ität' (-ity) is a typical ending for abstract nouns that describe a state or quality.
Die Qualität des Produkts ist sehr hoch.
The quality of the product is very high.
'Normalität' (normality) is often used in fixed phrases that describe a return to a familiar state. Very common are 'zur Normalität zurückkehren' (to return to normality) and the desire for 'einem Stück Normalität' (a piece of normality).
Nach dem langen Winter sehnen sich die Menschen nach Normalität.
After the long winter, people long for normality.
The word 'Normalität' (normality) is used especially often in times of crises, disasters, or major changes. It describes the state that existed before the disruption and that people wish to have back.
Während der Pandemie war der größte Wunsch vieler eine Rückkehr zur Normalität.
During the pandemic, many people's greatest wish was a return to normality.
everyday life
Alltag refers to ordinary daily life with its recurring activities. Normalität refers more generally to an expected state without extraordinary disruptions. After a crisis, people gradually return to Alltag, while Normalität can gradually return to a town or society.
Nach der Krise kehrt im Ort langsam wieder Normalität ein.
After the crisis, normality is slowly returning to the town.
Nach der Krise beginnt für die Bewohner langsam wieder der Alltag.
After the crisis, everyday life is slowly returning for the residents.
