noun
die Anzahl, -en
number
Es beschreibt, wie viele Dinge oder Personen es gibt.
The German word "Anzahl" is a noun meaning "number" or "quantity".
- It consists of the parts:
- An (a prefix indicating "on" or "at") — considered a prefix here and excluded.
- Zahl meaning "number".
Similar words:
- Menge (amount, quantity)
- Stückzahl (number of pieces)
- Zahl (number, digit)
Differences:
- Anzahl specifically refers to a countable number (discrete items).
- Menge is more general and can be used for countable and uncountable quantities (volume, mass).
- Stückzahl emphasizes the number of individual items or units.
- Zahl is more general, often referring to any kind of number or digit without stressing countability.
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Examples
Die Anzahl der Teilnehmer ist begrenzt.noun
The number of participants is limited.
Eine große Anzahl von Menschen wartet vor dem Gebäude.noun
A large number of people are waiting in front of the building.
Eine große Anzahl Bücher steht im Regal.noun
A large number of books is on the shelf.
Die Anzahl der Gäste steigt ständig.noun
The number of guests is constantly increasing.
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