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style
The characteristic way in which something is designed, expressed, or carried out, especially in art, fashion, architecture, or literature.
Ihr Kleidungsstil ist sehr elegant und zeitlos.
Her clothing style is very elegant and timeless.
style
A person's characteristic way of behaving, presenting themselves, or dealing with other people.
Sein Führungsstil ist autoritär, aber fair.
His leadership style is authoritarian but fair.
style
A particular technique or method used when practicing a sport.
Beim Schwimmen bevorzuge ich den Kraul-Stil.
When swimming, I prefer the front crawl style.
'Stil' (style) is a very productive base word in compounds. It is often combined with another noun to describe a specific type, for example in the areas of life, work, or art.
Sein Schreibstil ist unverwechselbar.
His writing style is unmistakable.
The expression 'im Stil von jemandem/etwas' (in the style of someone/something) is used to express similarity or imitation. It is often formed with the genitive or the preposition 'von' (of/from).
Das Gebäude wurde im Stil der 20er Jahre renoviert.
The building was renovated in the style of the 1920s.
Whether 'Stil' (style) describes a person or a thing can be recognized from the context. Words like 'Kleidung' (clothing) or 'Architektur' (architecture) point to the design of things, while words like 'Führung' (leadership) or 'Verhalten' (behavior) refer to personal interaction.
Der gotische Stil der Kathedrale ist beeindruckend.
The Gothic style of the cathedral is impressive.
In a sports context, 'Stil' (style) refers to a specific technique. It is especially common in swimming, where there are different official styles.
Im Triathlon muss man Kraul schwimmen, da es der schnellste Stil ist.
In a triathlon, you have to swim front crawl because it is the fastest style.
kind / way
“Die Art” refers neutrally to the way someone designs or does something. “Der Stil” places more emphasis on a characteristic, often aesthetically striking form. Use “Art” when you are only describing the way something is done, and “Stil” when the personal or recognizable design is important.
Der Stil, in dem sie den Raum gestaltet, wirkt schlicht und modern.
The style in which she designs the room looks simple and modern.
Die Art, wie sie den Raum gestaltet, wirkt schlicht und freundlich.
The way she designs the room looks simple and welcoming.
