die Erfindung, -en
invention
Etwas Neues, das von einem Menschen geschaffen oder entwickelt wurde, um ein Problem zu lösen oder das Leben zu verbessern.
The German word "Erfindung" is a noun meaning "invention". It consists of the root "finden" which means "to find". The prefix "er-" often denotes the result or product of an action. So, Erfindung essentially means the result of finding or creating something new.
Similar words:
- "Entdeckung" (discovery)
- "Innovation" (innovation)
- "Neuerung" (novelty, new development)
Difference:
- Erfindung refers specifically to a new device, process, or method created by someone.
- Entdeckung focuses on finding something existing but unknown before.
- Innovation involves applying new ideas, including inventions, often with commercial or social impact.
- Neuerung is a broader term for introducing something new or changed.
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Examples
Die Erfindung des Telefons veränderte die Welt.noun
The invention of the telephone changed the world.
Der Wissenschaftler präsentierte seine neue Erfindung.noun
The scientist presented his new invention.
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