die Auswirkung, -en
impact · effect
Es ist das, was passiert, nachdem etwas anderes geschehen ist. Es beschreibt die Folge oder den Effekt einer Handlung oder eines Ereignisses.
The German word "Auswirkung" is a noun meaning "effect", "impact", or "consequence".
- It is made up of two parts:
- "Aus" meaning "out" or "from"
- "Wirkung" meaning "effect" or "action"
So, "Auswirkung" literally translates to "the effect that comes out (of something)".
Similar words:
- "Effekt" (effect)
- "Folge" (consequence)
- "Resultat" (result)
Differences:
- "Auswirkung" emphasizes the causal influence of one thing on another, often highlighting a broader or indirect effect.
- "Effekt" is often used for a more immediate or visible effect, sometimes in technical or scientific contexts.
- "Folge" focuses on the consequence or outcome, often more neutral and can be any kind of result, good or bad.
- "Resultat" stresses the result or outcome, often used in more formal or abstract contexts.
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Examples
Die Auswirkung des Sturms war enorm.noun
The impact of the storm was enormous.
Die Auswirkung des Wetters auf die Ernte ist deutlich sichtbar.noun
The impact of the weather on the harvest is clearly visible.
Langfristige Auswirkungen sind noch unklar.noun
Long-term effects are still unclear.
Langfristige Auswirkungen sind oft schwer vorherzusagen.noun
Long-term impacts are often difficult to predict.
Die Auswirkung des Wetters ist deutlich spürbar.noun
The impact of the weather is clearly noticeable.
Starke Windböen haben eine direkte Auswirkung auf den Flugverkehr.noun
Strong gusts of wind have a direct impact on air traffic.
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