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decoration / ornament
An element or pattern added to an object to make it more beautiful or decorative; an ornament or decoration.
Die Hochzeitstorte war mit aufwendigen Verzierungen aus Zuckerblumen geschmückt.
The wedding cake was decorated with elaborate decorations made of sugar flowers.
The noun 'Verzierung' (decoration/ornament) comes from the verb 'verzieren' (to decorate). The ending '-ung' turns the action into a noun. The base verb 'zieren' means 'schmücken' (to decorate/adorn).
Der Künstler verziert die Vase mit kleinen Mustern.
The artist decorates the vase with small patterns.
'Verzierung' (decoration/ornament) is often combined with adjectives that describe the effort or style. Typical examples are 'aufwendige' (elaborate), 'kunstvolle' (artistic), 'reiche' (rich/ornate), or 'dezente' (subtle) decorations.
Das Gebäude hat eine Fassade mit reichen Verzierungen aus der Barockzeit.
The building has a facade with rich decorations from the Baroque period.
To say what something is decorated with, you use 'mit Verzierungen' (with decorations). To indicate the location of the decoration, you often use 'an' with the dative.
Der Rahmen ist mit goldenen Verzierungen versehen.
The frame is adorned with golden decorations.
pattern / sample
'das Muster' and 'die Verzierung' can both be visible on a surface and make something look more beautiful. 'Muster' mainly means a repeated arrangement of lines, shapes, or colors, for example on fabric or tiles. 'Verzierung' means a decorative element that embellishes something. A 'Verzierung' can be a 'Muster', but it does not have to be; it can also be just a single detail. The words can be confused when an object looks decorative. If the repetition is important, 'Muster' fits better. If the ornamentation or decoration is the focus, 'Verzierung' is more precise.
Am Rand der Tasse ist eine goldene Verzierung.
There is a gold decoration around the edge of the cup.
Auf dem Teppich wiederholt sich ein blaues Muster.
A blue pattern repeats on the carpet.