das Ausmaß, -e
extent
Es beschreibt, wie groß, stark oder weit etwas ist.
The German word "Ausmaß" is a noun meaning "extent," "scale," or "magnitude." It is composed of:
- Aus — "out"
- Maß — "measure"
Together, it refers to the measure or scale of something, often used to describe the size or scope of an event or phenomenon.
Similar words:
- Umfang (extent, scope)
- Dimension (dimension, size)
- Ausdehnung (expansion, spread)
Difference:
While "Ausmaß" focuses specifically on the measurable extent or magnitude of something, "Umfang" often relates more generally to scope or circumference. "Ausdehnung" implies physical spreading or expansion rather than abstract measurement.
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Examples
Das Ausmaß der Situation ist noch unklar.noun
The extent of the situation is still unclear.
Er unterschätzte das Ausmaß der Aufgabe.noun
He underestimated the extent of the task.
Keiner erwartete das gesamte Ausmaß der Situation.noun
No one expected the full extent of the situation.
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