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realism
A factual and sober assessment of a situation that is oriented toward the facts and takes what is feasible into account.
Bei der Planung des Projekts ist eine gute Portion Realismus gefragt.
When planning the project, a good dose of realism is needed.
Realism
A period or style in art and literature that aims to represent the world as true to reality as possible.
Die Gemälde des Realismus zeigen oft das alltägliche Leben einfacher Leute.
The paintings of Realism often show the everyday life of ordinary people.
realism
A philosophical position that assumes that the external world exists independently of our perception or consciousness.
Im Gegensatz zum Idealismus geht der philosophische Realismus von einer objektiven Wirklichkeit aus.
In contrast to idealism, philosophical realism assumes an objective reality.
'Realismus' (realism) belongs to the word family of 'real' (real) and 'Realität' (reality). The ending '-ismus' often refers to a mindset, a doctrine, or an artistic movement.
Ein realistischer Plan ist besser als eine schöne Illusion.
A realistic plan is better than a beautiful illusion.
The exact meaning becomes clear from the context. In everyday or business situations, it refers to a factual attitude. In discussions about art or literature, it means a stylistic period. In an academic context, it can also refer to a philosophical position.
Sein Realismus half ihm, die finanzielle Krise zu meistern.
His realism helped him overcome the financial crisis.
When it is about a factual assessment, 'Realismus' (realism) is often used in phrases such as 'eine Portion Realismus brauchen' (to need a dose of realism), 'Realismus walten lassen' (to exercise realism), or 'den Realismus nicht verlieren' (not to lose one's realism).
Bei aller Euphorie sollten wir den Realismus nicht verlieren.
Despite all the euphoria, we should not lose our realism.
As a term in art or literary studies, 'Realismus' (Realism) is often connected with a period or a region. Typical formulations are 'der französische Realismus' (French Realism) or 'der Realismus des 19. Jahrhunderts' (19th-century Realism).
Dieses Werk ist ein typisches Beispiel für den deutschen Realismus.
This work is a typical example of German Realism.
pragmatism
Both terms refer to being guided by facts and what is feasible. „Realismus“ mainly describes a sober assessment of a situation, while „Pragmatismus“ emphasizes a practical decision and the expected result. Use „Realismus“ for an assessment and „Pragmatismus“ for an action-oriented solution.
Sein Realismus half ihm, die Schwierigkeiten des Projekts früh richtig einzuschätzen.
His realism helped him assess the project's difficulties correctly at an early stage.
Sein Pragmatismus half ihm, trotz der Schwierigkeiten eine praktikable Lösung zu finden.
His pragmatism helped him find a practical solution despite the difficulties.
