mixing / blending
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mixing
The process in which different substances, elements, or objects are combined with one another so that a mixed unit is formed.
Die Vermischung der beiden Chemikalien führte zu einer unerwarteten Reaktion.
The mixing of the two chemicals led to an unexpected reaction.
blending
The combination or merging of different abstract concepts such as styles, cultures, or ideas, creating something new with mixed characteristics.
In seiner Musik hört man eine deutliche Vermischung von Jazz und traditioneller Volksmusik.
In his music, you can hear a clear blending of jazz and traditional folk music.
The word is derived from the verb 'vermischen' (to mix). The ending '-ung' turns it into a noun that describes the process or result of mixing.
Bitte vermische die Zutaten gut, bevor du den Teig in die Form gibst.
Please mix the ingredients well before you put the dough into the pan.
To describe what is being mixed, you usually use the preposition 'von' with the dative or the genitive. The genitive version is somewhat more formal.
Die Vermischung von Öl und Wasser ist normalerweise nicht möglich.
The mixing of oil and water is normally not possible.
In a physical context, 'Vermischung' (mixing) is often used with concrete substances. Common combinations are 'die Vermischung von Zutaten' (the mixing of ingredients), 'von Flüssigkeiten' (of liquids), or 'von Gasen' (of gases).
Achten Sie auf die korrekte Vermischung der Farben, um den gewünschten Ton zu erhalten.
Pay attention to the correct mixing of the colors in order to achieve the desired shade.
You can tell from the context whether the physical or abstract meaning is intended. If it is about concrete substances like 'Zutaten' (ingredients) or 'Chemikalien' (chemicals), it refers to physical mixing. With terms like 'Kulturen' (cultures), 'Stile' (styles), or 'Ideen' (ideas), it is the abstract meaning.
Die Architektur der Stadt zeigt eine faszinierende Vermischung von Alt und Neu.
The city's architecture shows a fascinating blending of old and new.
mixture
Mischung and Vermischung can combine substances, styles, or other elements. Mischung neutrally names the combination or its result, while Vermischung emphasizes the process and the flowing together of elements that were previously separate. Use Vermischung when this change itself is important.
Die Vermischung verschiedener Musikstile beginnt schon im ersten Teil des Konzerts.
The blending of different musical styles begins in the very first part of the concert.
Die Mischung aus verschiedenen Musikstilen klingt auf dem Konzert harmonisch.
The mixture of different musical styles sounds harmonious at the concert.
