implications / range
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implications
The significance, consequences, or effects of an action, event, or decision.
Die volle Tragweite des Klimawandels wird erst in Zukunft sichtbar werden.
The full implications of climate change will only become visible in the future.
range
The maximum distance that something can physically bridge or reach, for example a projectile, radio signal, or sound.
Die Tragweite des neuen Artilleriegeschützes beträgt über 40 Kilometer.
The range of the new artillery gun is over 40 kilometers.
'Tragweite' (implications/range) is a compound noun made from the verb 'tragen' (to carry) and the noun 'Weite' (width/distance). Literally, it describes the distance that something carries or reaches. This helps you understand both the physical and the figurative meaning.
Die Stimme des Sängers hatte eine erstaunliche Tragweite.
The singer's voice had an astonishing range.
You can recognize the meaning from context: If people are talking about physical things like shots, signals, or sound, it means range. If it is about abstract things like decisions, events, or mistakes, it means consequences.
Die Tragweite des Funksignals war begrenzt.
The range of the radio signal was limited.
In the figurative meaning, 'Tragweite' (implications) is often combined with verbs of understanding. Typical phrases are 'die Tragweite erkennen' (to recognize the implications), 'sich der Tragweite bewusst sein' (to be aware of the implications), or 'die Tragweite unterschätzen' (to underestimate the implications).
Erst später wurde uns die ganze Tragweite des Problems bewusst.
Only later did we become aware of the full implications of the problem.
To say what the consequences come from, the genitive is often used. For example, people speak of 'der Tragweite einer Entscheidung' (the implications of a decision) or 'der Tragweite eines Fehlers' (the implications of a mistake).
Die finanzielle Tragweite der Krise ist enorm.
The financial implications of the crisis are enormous.
meaning / importance
Bedeutung and Tragweite can both show that a decision is important. Bedeutung generally refers to its importance, relevance, or influence. Tragweite focuses more precisely on the extent of its possible consequences and is therefore particularly suitable for far-reaching effects.
Die Entscheidung hat eine große Tragweite, weil sie die weitere Arbeit aller Abteilungen verändert.
The decision has far-reaching implications because it will change the future work of all the departments.
Die Entscheidung hat große Bedeutung für die weitere Arbeit des Vereins.
The decision is very important for the club's future work.
