objectivity
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objectivity
An attitude or manner of presentation that is based exclusively on facts and avoids personal opinions, emotions, or judgments.
In der Gerichtsverhandlung ist es wichtig, dass alle Zeugen ihre Aussagen mit größter Sachlichkeit machen.
In the court hearing, it is important that all witnesses make their statements with the greatest objectivity.
The word is derived from 'die Sache' (thing/matter). The chain is: 'die Sache' (thing/matter) → 'sachlich' (objective/factual, adjective) → 'die Sachlichkeit' (objectivity, noun). So it means focusing on the matter or the facts instead of on feelings.
Bitte bleib sachlich und konzentriere dich auf die Fakten.
Please stay objective and focus on the facts.
'Sachlichkeit' (objectivity) is often combined with verbs such as 'bewahren' (to preserve/maintain), 'wahren' (to uphold), or 'verlieren' (to lose). You can also 'zur Sachlichkeit zurückkehren' (return to objectivity) or 'jemanden zu mehr Sachlichkeit aufrufen' (call on someone to be more objective).
In der hitzigen Diskussion war es schwer, die Sachlichkeit zu bewahren.
In the heated discussion, it was difficult to maintain objectivity.
This word is used mainly in formal or professional contexts, e.g. in debates, academic texts, in court, or in journalism. It describes a desired, neutral, and unemotional attitude.
Ein guter wissenschaftlicher Bericht zeichnet sich durch seine Sachlichkeit aus.
A good scientific report is characterized by its objectivity.
neutrality
Neutralität concerns one’s stance toward different sides: neither side is favored. Sachlichkeit concerns the way something is presented: facts are the focus, while personal feelings and evaluations are left out. A mediator needs neutrality in a dispute; Sachlichkeit is important for a factual report.
In ihrem Bericht wahrt sie Sachlichkeit und nennt nur die bekannten Fakten.
In her report, she remains factual and mentions only the known facts.
In ihrer Vermittlung wahrt sie Neutralität und bevorzugt keine Seite.
In her mediation, she remains neutral and does not favor either side.
