noun
die Digitalisierung, -en
digitalization · digitization
The German word "Digitalisierung" is a noun meaning "digitalization" or "digitization".
It is made up of:
- digital – relating to digits or digital technology,
- -isierung – a suffix transforming adjectives or nouns into processes or actions, indicating "the process of becoming" or "making into".
Similar words:
- Digitale Transformation (digital transformation),
- Automatisierung (automation).
Difference:
- Digitalisierung focuses on the process of converting analog information/processes into digital form,
- Digitale Transformation is broader, encompassing changes in business models and structures due to digitalization,
- Automatisierung emphasizes mechanizing or automating tasks, which may or may not involve digital tech directly.
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Examples
Die Digitalisierung der Welt schreitet schnell voran.noun
The digitalization of the world is progressing rapidly.
Durch die Digitalisierung entstehen in vielen Branchen neue Arbeitsmöglichkeiten.noun
Through digitization new job opportunities arise in many industries.
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