noun
die Rezension, -en
review
The German word "Rezension" is a noun that means "review" or "critique". It comes from the Latin recensio, meaning "review" or "inspection".
- Recension itself isn't composed of smaller German words but is a borrowed term.
Words with similar meaning:
- Kritik (criticism/review)
- Bewertung (evaluation)
- Besprechung (discussion/review)
Differences:
- Rezension usually refers specifically to a detailed written or spoken review of a book, film, or artwork.
- Kritik can be both positive or negative feedback more generally.
- Bewertung is broader and can mean any kind of rating or assessment.
- Besprechung often implies a discussion or meeting but can mean "review" in media contexts.
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Examples
Die Rezension des Buches war sehr hilfreich.noun
The review of the book was very helpful.
Anna schreibt gerade eine detaillierte Rezension über das neue Buch.noun
Anna is currently writing a detailed review about the new book.
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