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to structure
To put something into a clear, orderly form; to give something an outline or a systematic organization.
Um den Aufsatz zu schreiben, muss ich zuerst meine Gedanken strukturieren.
To write the essay, I first need to structure my thoughts.
The verb 'strukturieren' (to structure) is derived from the noun 'die Struktur' (structure). The ending '-ieren' is often used to form verbs from nouns (frequently from Latin) that describe an action.
Eine gute Struktur ist wichtig, wenn man einen komplexen Prozess organisieren will.
A good structure is important when you want to organize a complex process.
In its most common meaning, 'strukturieren' (to structure) is used for abstract things. Typical combinations are: 'seine Gedanken strukturieren' (to structure one's thoughts), 'einen Aufsatz strukturieren' (to structure an essay), 'den Arbeitstag strukturieren' (to structure the workday), or 'einen Plan strukturieren' (to structure a plan).
Bevor ich mit dem Schreiben beginne, strukturiere ich meine Argumente.
Before I start writing, I structure my arguments.
When it is about surfaces, you can recognize this meaning from the context. Materials such as 'Putz' (plaster), 'Wand' (wall), or 'Farbe' (paint) are usually mentioned, often in a craft or construction context.
Der Handwerker hat die Wand mit einem speziellen Werkzeug strukturiert.
The craftsman textured the wall with a special tool.
'Strukturieren' (to structure) belongs to a rather formal and factual style of language. It is often used in academic, professional, or planning contexts.
Für das Projekt müssen wir die nächsten Schritte klar strukturieren.
For the project, we need to structure the next steps clearly.
to build up
'aufbauen' and 'strukturieren' can both describe how you organize a text, a presentation, or a task. 'aufbauen' puts more emphasis on the overall progression: what you begin with, what comes next, and how the parts fit together. 'strukturieren' puts stronger emphasis on clear order and organization, for example sections, sequence, or categories. With a presentation, you can therefore say how it is 'aufgebaut' (structured), or that you have 'strukturiert' it well. 'strukturieren' often sounds more precise when the focus is on clarity and order.
Vor der Präsentation strukturiert Anna ihre Notizen in drei klare Teile.
Before the presentation, Anna structures her notes into three clear parts.
Der Bericht ist so aufgebaut, dass zuerst das Problem und dann die Lösung erklärt wird.
The report is structured so that it explains the problem first and then the solution.