die Verwendung
use
The use or application of something for a specific purpose.
EXAMPLE
Die Verwendung von Smartphones ist während der Prüfung verboten.
The use of smartphones is prohibited during the exam.
die Verwendung
use
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Meanings
Verwendung finden
to be used
A fixed expression meaning that something is used or applied.
EXAMPLE
Diese alte Technik findet heute nur noch selten Verwendung.
This old technique is only rarely used today.
Usage tips
Word formation
'Die Verwendung' (use) is the nominalization of the verb 'verwenden' (to use). The ending '-ung' forms feminine nouns from verbs that describe the process or result of the action.
EXAMPLE
Wir müssen das Material sparsam verwenden.
We have to use the material sparingly.
Sentence structure
To say what something is used for, you can use the construction 'Verwendung für etwas haben' (to have a use for something). To say what is being used, the phrase is 'die Verwendung von etwas' (the use of something).
EXAMPLE
Hast du eine Verwendung für diese alten Gläser?
Do you have a use for these old glasses?
Fixed expression
The expression 'Verwendung finden' (to be used) is a more formal way of saying that something 'verwendet wird' (is used). It is often used in written or official contexts.
EXAMPLE
Dieses Verfahren findet in der modernen Medizin keine Verwendung mehr.
This procedure is no longer used in modern medicine.
Compare with
Verwendung vs Einsatz
operation / effort / use
Einsatz and Verwendung both refer to using something. Einsatz tends to emphasize actively deploying a means for a specific task, while Verwendung neutrally describes its use or purpose. If the specific act of using it is the focus, Einsatz is appropriate; for a factual statement about its purpose, use Verwendung.
Verwendung
Die Verwendung einer Wärmebildkamera erleichtert die Suche bei Dunkelheit.
Using a thermal imaging camera makes searching in the dark easier.
Einsatz
Bei der Suche kam eine Wärmebildkamera zum Einsatz.
A thermal imaging camera was used during the search.
In real life
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