die Distanz, -en
distance
Es beschreibt den Raum oder die Länge zwischen zwei Punkten, Orten oder Personen.
The German word "Distanz" is a noun that translates to "distance" in English. It is derived from the Latin word "distantia", which also means distance or remoteness. "Distanz" refers to the physical space between two points, individuals, or places, and can also denote emotional or social distance.
Similar words in German include "Abstand" (space or gap) and "Entfernung" (remoteness or distance).
The main difference between "Distanz" and "Abstand" is that "Abstand" often emphasizes the measurable space between objects, while "Distanz" can imply a broader or more abstract sense of separation, both physical and emotional. "Entfernung" typically refers more to the concept of distance in terms of location or space and may carry a more formal tone.
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Examples
Die Distanz zwischen den Städten ist groß.noun
The distance between the cities is large.
Eine große Distanz liegt vor uns.noun
A great distance lies ahead of us.
Zwischen uns ist eine gewisse Distanz spürbar.noun
A certain distance can be felt between us.
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