die Erweiterung, -en
extension · expansion
Eine Sache wird größer gemacht oder bekommt etwas Zusätzliches, damit sie mehr kann.
The German word "Erweiterung" is a noun that means "expansion" or "extension". It is formed from the verb "erweitern," which means "to expand" or "to enlarge". "Erweiterung" refers to the process of increasing the size, scope, or range of something, such as a project, an area, or an idea. Similar words in German include "Ausdehnung" (extension), "Vergrößerung" (enlargement), and "Erhöhung" (increase).
Differences:
- "Ausdehnung" often emphasizes the physical measurement of space.
- "Vergrößerung" usually refers to an increase in size more generally.
- "Erhöhung" suggests a raising in quantity or level, rather than scope or size.
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Examples
Die Software erhält eine neue Erweiterung.noun
The software is receiving a new extension.
Eine Erweiterung des Hauses wurde genehmigt.noun
An extension of the house was approved.
Eine Erweiterung des Hauses wird geplant.noun
An extension of the house is being planned.
Die Erweiterung des Teams bringt viele neue Ideen.noun
The expansion of the team brings many new ideas.
Wir planen die Erweiterung des Gartens.noun
We are planning the expansion of the garden.
Man plant eine Erweiterung der Schule.noun
They are planning an expansion of the school.
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