der Bruchteil, -e
fraction
Ein Teil von etwas Ganzen, der kleiner als das Ganze ist.
The German word "Bruchteil" is a noun that means "fraction" or "fractional part". It is composed of two parts: "Bruch" and "Teil". "Bruch" means "break" or "fraction", and "Teil" means "part". Collectively, "Bruchteil" refers to a very small part of something, typically indicating a portion of the whole.
Similar words in German include:
- "Teil" (part)
- "Fragment" (fragment)
- "Abschnitt" (section)
Differences:
- "Teil": This word can refer to any part, not necessarily a small or fractional part.
- "Fragment": This emphasizes a broken-off, incomplete, or shattered piece rather than simply a small portion.
- "Abschnitt": Generally refers to a specific segment or section, often used temporally (e.g., sections of a book, or periods of time) rather than a small or fractional part.
Each of these words conveys a slightly different nuance regarding the portion or division being described.
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Examples
Du besitzt nur einen Bruchteil seines Vermögens.noun
You possess only a fraction of his wealth.
Er versteht nur einen Bruchteil der Erklärung.noun
He understands only a fraction of the explanation.
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