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räumlich
spatial
Relating to space, extension in three dimensions, or distribution in space.
example
Sein räumliches Vorstellungsvermögen ist sehr gut ausgeprägt.
His spatial imagination is very well developed.
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Word family
The adjective 'räumlich' (spatial) derives directly from the noun 'der Raum' (space/room). So it always means that something has a connection to space, whether a room or abstract three-dimensional space.
EXAMPLE
Die räumliche Gestaltung des neuen Büros ist sehr gelungen.
The spatial design of the new office is very successful.
Typical collocations
In the abstract meaning, 'räumlich' (spatial) is often combined with abilities or perceptions. Typical phrases are 'räumliches Denken' (spatial thinking), 'räumliches Vorstellungsvermögen' (spatial imagination), or 'räumliche Orientierung' (spatial orientation).
EXAMPLE
Für Architekten ist ein gutes räumliches Denken unerlässlich.
Good spatial thinking is essential for architects.
Typical collocations
When talking about concrete places, 'räumlich' (spatial) is often connected with words like 'Trennung' (separation), 'Nähe' (proximity), or 'Veränderung' (change). It then describes the physical relationship of things or people in a place.
EXAMPLE
Die beiden Abteilungen sind räumlich voneinander getrennt.
The two departments are spatially separated from each other.
Compare with
räumlich vs lokal
local
'lokal' and 'räumlich' can both have to do with places. 'lokal' usually means a specific place or a limited region, for example local news or a local problem. 'räumlich' describes space itself more: position, distance, distribution, or also rooms and buildings. The words can be confused when places are involved. 'lokal' fits more naturally when something is tied to a place or region. 'räumlich' fits when you are talking about space, arrangement, or position in space.
räumlich
Für den Kurs müssen wir die Tische räumlich anders anordnen.
For the course, we need to arrange the tables differently in the room.
lokal
Die lokale Gruppe organisiert am Freitag ein Treffen im Jugendzentrum.
The local group is organizing a meeting at the youth center on Friday.
In real life
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