die Ordnung, -en
order
Es beschreibt einen Zustand, in dem Dinge an ihrem Platz sind und nach einem bestimmten System geordnet werden, sodass alles übersichtlich und leicht zu finden ist.
The German word "Ordnung" is a noun that means "order" or "arrangement". It comes from the Middle High German word "ordenunge" indicating a condition of regularity, proper arrangement, or rule-based structure. "Ordnung" refers to a state in which everything is in its correct or appropriate place, or follows a particular system or set of rules. In a broader sense, it can also mean "tidiness" or refer to social or civil order.
The word "Ordnung" alone doesn't generally signify its constituting parts, as it's a standalone noun with etymological roots rather than a compound of multiple simple German words.
Similar words in German include "System" (system), "Struktur" (structure), and "Regelung" (regulation).
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Examples
Ich halte gern Ordnung in meinem Haus.noun
I like to keep order in my house.
Der Lehrer bringt Ordnung in die Klasse.noun
The teacher brings order to the class.
Die Ordnung muss jederzeit gewährleistet sein.noun
Order must be ensured at all times.
Ordnung muss sein.noun
There must be order.
In der Schule herrscht strikte Ordnung.noun
There is strict order in the school.
Die Ordnung der Dokumente war sehr hilfreich.noun
The order of the documents was very helpful.
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