die Zusammensetzung, -en
composition
Die Art, wie mehrere Teile oder Stoffe zusammengefügt sind.
The German word "Zusammensetzung" is a noun that means "composition," "combination," or "mixture." It is made up of the parts "zusammen" (together) and "Setzung" (placing or setting). "Zusammensetzung" is often used to refer to how different elements come together to form a whole, be it in terms of chemical compounds, organizational structures, or even written texts.
Similar words in German include "Mischung" (mixture), "Komposition" (composition), and "Vereinigung" (union).
The difference lies in their specific contexts:
- "Mischung" generally refers to mixing different substances without implying a fixed structure.
- "Komposition" is often used in artistic or musical contexts, highlighting creative arrangements.
- "Vereinigung" emphasizes the act of unifying different entities or groups.
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Examples
Die Zusammensetzung des Teams ist ausgewogen.noun
The composition of the team is balanced.
Eine komplexe Zusammensetzung charakterisiert das Gemisch.noun
A complex composition characterizes the mixture.
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