der Sinn, -e
meaning · sense
Es ist die Fähigkeit, etwas wahrzunehmen oder zu verstehen, zum Beispiel durch Hören, Sehen oder Fühlen.
The German word "Sinn" is a noun that means "sense," "meaning," or "purpose." It refers to the significance or the understanding behind something, as well as one of the five senses (sight, hearing, etc.).
Meaning of the word "Sinn":
- No prefixes or separable parts; it's a base noun.
Similar words:
- "Bedeutung" (meaning, significance)
- "Zweck" (purpose)
- "Sinneswahrnehmung" (sense perception)
Differences:
- "Sinn" is broader and can mean sensory perception or abstract sense/meaning.
- "Bedeutung" strictly refers to meaning or definition.
- "Zweck" is more about the practical purpose or goal behind something.
- "Sinneswahrnehmung" specifically refers to the physiological senses.
In short, Sinn can mean both literal sensory sense and abstract meaning or purpose.
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Examples
Ich verstehe den Sinn dieser Technologie nicht.noun
I don't understand the meaning of this technology.
Ein guter Plan macht oft Sinn.noun
A good plan often makes sense.
Dieser Vorschlag ergibt viel Sinn.noun
This proposal makes a lot of sense.
Diese Entscheidung ergibt Sinn für uns alle.noun
This decision makes sense for all of us.
Logisches Denken ergibt oft Sinn im Alltag.noun
Logical thinking often makes sense in everyday life.
Das alles macht keinen Sinn.noun
This all makes no sense.
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