noun
die Präzision, -en
precision
Die Eigenschaft, sehr genau und ohne Fehler zu sein.
The German word "Präzision" is a noun meaning "precision" or "accuracy". It is derived from the Latin word praecisio meaning "cutting off" or "exactness". The core idea relates to exactness and carefulness in measurement, action, or detail.
Similar words in German:
- Genauigkeit (exactness, accuracy)
- Akkuratesse (accuracy, neatness)
- Exaktheit (exactness)
Differences:
- Präzision often emphasizes the fineness or refinement of detail.
- Genauigkeit is more general, referring broadly to correctness without errors.
- Akkuratesse suggests neatness and care, often in practical execution.
- Exaktheit focuses strictly on accuracy, especially in measurement or science.
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Examples
Die Arbeit erfordert hohe Präzision.noun
The work requires high precision.
Handgefertigte Uhren werden mit großer Präzision hergestellt.noun
Handmade watches are produced with great precision.
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