abgrenzen
demarcate · define
Es bedeutet, eine klare Trennung zwischen zwei Dingen zu machen, damit man deutlich sieht, wo eines endet und das andere beginnt.
The German word "abgrenzen" is a verb that means "to define" or "to separate". It is composed of the prefix "ab" meaning "off" or "away" and the verb "grenzen," which means "to border" or "to limit." "Abgrenzen" often refers to distinguishing one thing from another, such as setting boundaries or clarifying distinctions.
Similar words in German include "trennen" (to separate), "differenzieren" (to differentiate), and "grenzen" (to limit).
The difference lies in nuance: while "trennen" conveys a general notion of separation, "differenzieren" emphasizes distinguishing characteristics. "Abgrenzen" specifically highlights the act of marking boundaries or defining limits.
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Examples
Sie wollen das Gelände mit Zäunen abgrenzen.verb
They want to demarcate the area with fences.
Sie müssen das Gelände klar abgrenzen.verb
They must clearly define the boundary of the site.
Man sollte das Gebiet deutlich abgrenzen.verb
One should clearly demarcate the area.
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