die Korrektur, -en
correction
Eine Änderung, die etwas falsch Gemachtes richtig macht.
The German word "Korrektur" is a noun that means "correction" or "amendment." It is derived from the verb "korrektur" meaning "to correct," which is influenced by the Latin "correctio."
Words with similar meanings include "Berichtigung" (rectification), "Änderung" (change), and "Richtigstellung" (clarification).
Differences:
- Berichtigung typically refers to correcting errors in information or accounts.
- Änderung implies a broader range of changes, not necessarily wrong or incorrect.
- Richtigstellung specifically means to set the record straight, or clarify misinformation.
"Korrektur" focuses primarily on correcting mistakes or errors.
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Examples
Er liest die Korrektur seines Textes.noun
He reads the correction of his text.
Nach mehreren Fehlern mussten die Korrekturen schnell ergänzt werden.noun
After several errors, the corrections had to be added quickly.
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