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Relating to postmodernism, an intellectual and cultural movement in philosophy, art, and architecture since the late 20th century, characterized by stylistic pluralism, irony, and the rejection of grand, universal explanatory models.
Das Gebäude ist ein typisches Beispiel für postmoderne Architektur, da es verschiedene historische Stile zitiert.
The building is a typical example of postmodern architecture because it references various historical styles.
The word is made up of the prefix 'post-' and the adjective 'modern'. The Latin prefix 'post-' means 'after'. 'Postmodern' therefore describes the period or style that came after modernism.
Viele Kritiker empfanden den Film als sehr postmodern.
Many critics found the film very postmodern.
'Postmodern' is mostly used in relation to cultural or intellectual fields. Typical combinations are 'postmoderne Architektur' (postmodern architecture), 'postmoderne Kunst' (postmodern art), 'postmoderne Literatur' (postmodern literature), and 'postmoderne Philosophie' (postmodern philosophy).
In der postmodernen Literatur wird oft mit verschiedenen Erzählperspektiven gespielt.
In postmodern literature, different narrative perspectives are often played with.
This word belongs to educated and technical language. You mainly find it in texts and discussions about art, culture, philosophy, and architecture.
Die Vorlesung behandelte Theorien der postmodernen Gesellschaft.
The lecture dealt with theories of postmodern society.
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'modern' and 'postmodern' can easily be confused because both can have to do with more recent art, culture, or architecture. In everyday language, 'modern' usually means: new, current, or suited to the present day. In art and culture, 'modern' can also refer to modernism as a specific era. 'postmodern', on the other hand, refers to a later cultural movement, especially since the late 20th century. For ordinary things like a phone, a kitchen, or an office, you almost always say 'modern', not 'postmodern'. 'Postmodern' is more appropriate in conversations about art, architecture, philosophy, or literature.
Der Gast spricht am Abend über postmoderne Architektur in großen Städten.
In the evening, the guest talks about postmodern architecture in large cities.
Im Krankenhaus stehen moderne Geräte für die Untersuchung bereit.
The hospital has modern equipment ready for the examination.