die Praxis, Praxen
practice
Ein Ort oder eine Handlung, bei der Wissen oder Können im Alltag angewendet wird, oft auch ein Raum, in dem ein Arzt oder eine Ärztin arbeitet.
The German word "Praxis" is a noun meaning "practice" or "practical application". It originates from the Greek word "praktikē," meaning action or practice, but in German usage, it refers to the implementation or exercise of theoretical knowledge in real-life situations. It is also commonly used to mean "medical or dental office/clinic".
Words with similar meanings:
- Übung (exercise, practice)
- Ausübung (exercise, performance)
- Anwendung (application)
- Institution (institution, e.g., medical practice)
Difference:
- Praxis emphasizes real-world application or professional office, whereas Übung focuses on repetitive exercises, Ausübung on the act of exercising (a right or function), and Anwendung on usage or application in a broader sense.
- When referring to a medical setting, Praxis specifically means a doctor’s or dentist’s office, different from a hospital (Krankenhaus).
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Examples
Meine Praxis bleibt morgen geschlossen.noun
My practice will remain closed tomorrow.
In der Praxis sieht es ganz anders aus.noun
In practice, it looks completely different.
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