modern
modern
Etwas, das neu, aktuell oder zeitgemäß ist und oft dem neuesten Stand der Technik oder des Stils entspricht.
The German word "modern" is an adjective meaning "modern" or "contemporary". It comes directly from Latin modernus and is used to describe something that belongs to the present or recent times, characterized by new ideas, styles, or technology.
Similar German words include:
- zeitgemäß (appropriate to the times)
- aktuell (current)
- neuzeitlich (modern, but often in a historical context)
Differences:
- modern generally refers to styles, technology, or ideas that are up-to-date or avant-garde.
- zeitgemäß stresses that something fits well with the current era, often in a functional or societal sense.
- aktuell is more about something being current or topical rather than stylistically modern.
- neuzeitlich is used more in historical or academic contexts to describe modern times as opposed to older periods.
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Examples
Ich liebe moderne Architektur.adjective
I love modern architecture.
Das Museum ist sehr modern gestaltet.adverb
The museum is very modern in its design.
Das Museum sieht sehr modern aus.adjective
The museum looks very modern.
Ihr Kleid ist modern.adjective
Her dress is modern.
Diese Technologie ist modern.adjective
This technology is modern.
Unsere Schule ist sehr modern.adjective
Our school is very modern.
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