der Kontakt, -e
contact
Eine Situation, in der zwei oder mehr Personen, Dinge oder Gruppen miteinander in Berührung treten oder miteinander sprechen.
The German word "Kontakt" is a noun that means "contact". It is derived from the Latin word "contactus," which also means "touching" or "contact". The word "Kontakt" can refer to physical touch or social interaction and communication.
Similar words in German include "Berührung" (touch), "Verbindung" (connection), and "Beziehung" (relationship).
Difference:
- "Berührung" focuses more on physical touch or metaphoric touching.
- "Verbindung" generally refers to a connection, which can be technical, social, or emotional.
- "Beziehung" usually refers to relationships and interactions, often of an emotional or social nature, rather than just contact.
Each term has its nuances, and choosing one over the others depends on the context in which "contact" is being referred to.
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Examples
Sie sucht nach einem neuen Kontakt.noun
She is looking for a new contact.
Der Kontakt ist sehr wichtig für uns.noun
Contact is very important to us.
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