organism
der Organismus, die Organismen
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organism
A living being, whether an animal, a plant, a fungus, or a microorganism. It refers to a complex system of organs that work together to maintain life functions.
Der menschliche Organismus ist ein hochkomplexes System.
The human organism is a highly complex system.
organism
In a figurative sense, a complex, functioning system or structure that is organized like a living being and whose parts depend on one another.
Eine große Firma kann wie ein lebendiger Organismus betrachtet werden.
A large company can be viewed as a living organism.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Organismen |
| genitive | des Organismus |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Organismus | die Organismen |
| accusative | den Organismus | die Organismen |
| dative | dem Organismus | den Organismen |
| genitive | des Organismus | der Organismen |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word 'Organismus' (organism) is closely related to 'Organ' (organ). An organism is a system made up of many cooperating organs or parts in order to function.
Jedes Organ im menschlichen Organismus hat eine spezifische Funktion.
Every organ in the human organism has a specific function.
The term 'Organismus' (organism) is mainly used in scientific, medical, or other formal contexts. It sounds more technical and precise.
In der Biologie studieren wir die Entwicklung verschiedener Organismen.
In biology, we study the development of different organisms.
In its biological meaning, 'Organismus' (organism) is often combined with adjectives that describe its condition or complexity, e.g. 'ein gesunder Organismus' (a healthy organism), 'ein komplexer Organismus' (a complex organism), or 'ein einzelliger Organismus' (a single-celled organism).
Ein gesunder Organismus kann viele Krankheiten selbst abwehren.
A healthy organism can fight off many diseases on its own.
When 'Organismus' (organism) is used in a figurative sense, it refers to social or technical systems. Words like 'Firma' (company), 'Staat' (state), or 'Wirtschaft' (economy) in the same sentence are a clear indication of this meaning.
Manche sehen den Staat als einen komplexen Organismus mit eigenen Gesetzen.
Some see the state as a complex organism with its own laws.
system
System is the neutral term for a functioning whole made up of interdependent parts. Organismus describes such a whole figuratively as something living and organically developed. System is appropriate for an objective description; Organismus emphasizes the close, life-like connection between the parts.
Die Stadt wirkt wie ein lebender Organismus, dessen Teile voneinander abhängen.
The city seems like a living organism whose parts depend on one another.
Die Stadt ist ein komplexes System aus Verkehr, Verwaltung und Versorgung.
The city is a complex system made up of transportation, administration, and public services.
