umfassen
encompass · include · comprise
Etwas beinhaltet mehrere Teile oder Dinge zusammen.
The German word "umfassen" is a verb that means "to include," "to comprise," or "to embrace."
- It comes from the words:
- "um" (around), and
- "fassen" (to grasp or to hold).
Similar words include:
- "beinhalten" (to contain),
- "enthalten" (to include, literally "to hold within"),
- "einschließen" (to enclose).
Differences:
- "Umfassen" often implies a comprehensive inclusion or physical/figurative grasping.
- "Beinhalten" emphasizes content inclusion.
- "Einschließen" leans more towards enclosing or locking in within boundaries.
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Examples
Die Aufgabe umfasst verschiedene Tätigkeiten.verb
The task encompasses various activities.
Das Buch umfasst verschiedene Themen.verb
The book encompasses various topics.
Unsere Leistungen umfassen auch Beratungen.verb
Our services also include consultations.
Unsere Leistungen umfassen auch Beratungsdienste.verb
Our services also include consulting services.
Das Buch umfasst 300 Seiten.verb
The book comprises 300 pages.
Unsere Sammlung umfasst viele Antiquitäten.verb
Our collection includes many antiquities.
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