die Zensur, -en
censorship
The German word "Zensur" is a noun meaning "censorship" or "review".
It comes from the Latin censura, referring to the official examination or suppression of content. In German, it primarily deals with the control or suppression of information, media, or artistic expression by authorities.
Similar words include:
- Zensierung – also meaning censorship, often used interchangeably but slightly more formal or technical,
- Kontrolle – meaning "control",
- Überprüfung – meaning "inspection" or "checking".
Difference: While "Zensur" specifically implies the act of suppressing or controlling content to limit free expression, "Kontrolle" and "Überprüfung" can refer to broader forms of monitoring or checking without the connotation of suppression.
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Examples
Die Zensur ist ein umstrittenes Thema.noun
Censorship is a controversial topic.
Kritiker kämpfen leidenschaftlich gegen jede Form der Zensur.noun
Critics fight passionately against any form of censorship.
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