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noun

die Aufmerksamkeit, -en

attention

Es bedeutet, dass man sich mit seinen Gedanken und Sinnen auf etwas oder jemanden konzentriert, ohne sich ablenken zu lassen.

The German word "Aufmerksamkeit" is a noun meaning "attention" or "awareness".

  • It is composed of:
    • "Auf-" (a prefix meaning "up" or "upon", here adding emphasis)
    • "Merk-" from "merken" meaning "to notice" or "perceive"
    • The suffix "-samkeit" turning it into a noun expressing a state or quality

Similar words:

  • Konzentra­tion (concentration)
  • Beachtung (consideration, notice)
  • Achtsamkeit (mindfulness)

Differences:

  • Aufmerksamkeit refers broadly to the act of paying attention or being alert.
  • Konzentration implies focused, intense attention on a task.
  • Beachtung is about noticing or giving regard, often outside of active mental effort.
  • Achtsamkeit emphasizes a mindful, conscious form of attention, often with a calm and non-judgmental attitude.

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Examples

Bitte schenken Sie mir Ihre Aufmerksamkeit.noun

Please give me your attention.

Seine Aufmerksamkeit gilt dem neuen Projekt.noun

His attention is on the new project.

Seine Aufmerksamkeit war vollkommen auf das Spiel gerichtet.noun

His attention was completely focused on the game.

Kinder schenken ihrer Lehrerin volle Aufmerksamkeit.noun

Children give their teacher their full attention.

Ohne ausreichende Aufmerksamkeit macht man schnell Fehler.noun

Without sufficient attention one quickly makes mistakes.

Genießen Sie die Aufmerksamkeit des Publikums?noun

Do you enjoy the attention of the audience?

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