Finalität
finality
The German word "Finalität" is a noun that translates to "finality" or "purpose". It is derived from the Latin word "finalis," meaning "pertaining to an end" or "final". "Finalität" is often used in contexts related to the ultimate purpose or goal of an action or process.
Similar words in German include "Ziel" (goal), "Absicht" (intention), and "Sekundärziel" (secondary objective).
The difference between "Finalität" and these similar words lies in its nuance; "Finalität" emphasizes the concept of an ultimate or final purpose, while "Ziel" can refer to any goal, and "Absicht" denotes intention or aim rather than an endpoint.
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Examples
Die Finalität des Projekts wurde nicht klar definiert.noun
The finality of the project was not clearly defined.
Man erkennt die Finalität an ihrem klaren Ziel.noun
One recognizes the finality by its clear goal.
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