mittel
medium
Etwas, das zwischen zwei Extremen liegt; weder groß noch klein, weder stark noch schwach.
The German word "Mittel" is a noun meaning "means," "way," or "instrument". It refers to the method or resource used to achieve something.
- The root word "Mittel" itself means "middle" or "means" (without prefixes).
- Example: mit allen Mitteln ("by all means").
Similar words include:
- "Weg" (way, path)
- "Methode" (method)
- "Instrument" (instrument, tool)
- "Ressource" (resource)
Difference:
"Mittel" emphasizes being the means or resource to accomplish a goal, while "Weg" focuses more on the path or route taken, and "Methode" stresses a systematic procedure. "Instrument" commonly denotes a tool, and "Ressource" refers to any available supply.
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Examples
Ich trinke am liebsten mittelstarken Kaffee.adjective
I prefer to drink medium-strong coffee.
Das Buch ist von mittlerer Qualität.adjective
The book is of medium quality.
Er wohnt in einer mittelgroßen Stadt.adjective
He lives in a medium-sized city.
Dieser Tisch hat eine mittlere Größe.adjective
This table has a medium size.
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