die Verbrennung, -en
combustion · burn
Ein Vorgang, bei dem etwas durch Hitze oder Feuer sehr stark erwärmt wird und dabei Stoffe wie Wärme, Licht oder Rauch entstehen.
The German word "Verbrennung" is a noun meaning "combustion" or "burning".
- It is composed of the prefix "Ver-" and the root "Brennung", which comes from the verb "brennen" meaning "to burn".
- So, "Verbrennung" essentially refers to the process of burning or combustion.
Similar words:
- "Brennen" (burning)
- "Entzündung" (inflammation, ignition)
- "Feuer" (fire)
Differences:
- "Brennen" describes the action or state of burning, often ongoing.
- "Verbrennung" focuses on the process or result of burning (combustion).
- "Entzündung" is more about inflammation or ignition, sometimes in medical or technical contexts.
- "Feuer" means the fire itself, rather than the process.
In brief, "Verbrennung" specifically denotes the act or chemical process of combustion.
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Examples
Die Verbrennung erzeugt Hitze und Licht.noun
The combustion generates heat and light.
Durch die Verbrennung von Holz entsteht Wärme.noun
Through the burning of wood, heat is produced.
Die Verbrennung von Abfall ist in vielen Städten verboten.noun
The burning of waste is forbidden in many cities.
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