der Zustand, ¨-e
condition
Es beschreibt, wie etwas gerade ist oder sich befindet, zum Beispiel ob etwas neu, alt, sauber oder schmutzig ist.
The German word "Zustand" is a noun meaning "state", "condition", or "status". It consists of two parts:
- "zu" (a prefix indicating direction or relation, but here part of the compound)
- "Stand" meaning "stand", "position", or "status"
Similar words:
- "Befinden" (well-being, condition, especially of a person)
- "Lage" (situation, position)
- "Status" (status, standing)
Difference:
- "Zustand" usually refers to the physical or current overall condition of something.
- "Befinden" is more personal/emotional (health or mood).
- "Lage" focuses on situation or location.
- "Status" emphasizes social or legal standing.
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Examples
Der Zustand des Gebäudes ist schlecht.noun
The condition of the building is bad.
Sein Zustand hat sich verbessert.noun
His condition has improved.
Der Zustand des Patienten verbessert sich stetig.noun
The condition of the patient is steadily improving.
Sein Zustand ist stabil.noun
His condition is stable.
Der Zustand dieses Buches ist sehr gut.noun
The condition of this book is very good.
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