die Schnittstelle, -n
interface
Ein Punkt oder Bereich, an dem zwei Systeme, Geräte oder Programme miteinander Informationen austauschen können.
The German word "Schnittstelle" is a compound noun made of:
- Schnitt = "cut" or "intersection"
- Stelle = "place" or "point"
Meaning:
"Schnittstelle" refers to an interface or point of interaction/connection between systems, components, or entities. It’s commonly used in technology (e.g., software interface), but can also refer to any boundary or meeting point.
Similar words:
- Schnittpunkt (intersection point)
- Grenzfläche (boundary surface)
- Schnittzone (cutting zone)
Difference:
- Schnittstelle emphasizes a functional connection or communication point between systems or parts.
- Schnittpunkt and "Grenzfläche" are more spatial/geometrical, focusing on actual physical intersections or borders rather than functional interaction.
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Examples
Die Schnittstelle ist sehr nützlich.noun
The interface is very useful.
Die Ingenieure testeten die neuen Schnittstellen für das Computersystem.noun
The engineers tested the new interfaces for the computer system.
Ohne eine funktionierende Schnittstelle kann das Programm keine Daten übertragen.noun
Without a functioning interface, the program cannot transfer any data.
Mit den modernen Schnittstellen arbeiten die Geräte reibungslos zusammen.noun
With the modern interfaces the devices work together smoothly.
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