German NOUN C1 Rank 16234

die Pornografie

pornography

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Pornografie vs Erotik

eroticism

Both words can refer to depictions containing sexual content. „Erotik“ tends to emphasize sensual or aesthetic attraction, while „Pornografie“ depicts sexual acts with the primary aim of causing sexual arousal. Use „Erotik“ when the effect is suggested, and „Pornografie“ when this is the primary purpose of the depiction.

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Pornografie

Die Pornografie des Films zeigt sexuelle Handlungen, die vor allem erregen sollen.

The film’s pornography shows sexual acts intended primarily to cause arousal.

Erotik

Die Erotik des Films entsteht durch sinnliche Blicke und viel Raum für Fantasie.

The film’s eroticism comes from sensual glances and plenty of room for the imagination.

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