noun
das Merkmal, -e
ismertetőjegy
Etwas, das eine Person, ein Tier oder eine Sache besonders macht und hilft, sie zu erkennen oder von anderem zu unterscheiden.
Merkmal is a German noun meaning feature, characteristic, or attribute.
- It is composed of:
- Merk from "merken" which means to notice or to perceive.
- Mal meaning mark or sign.
Similar words:
- Eigenschaft (property, characteristic)
- Charakteristikum (characteristic)
- Attribut (attribute)
Difference:
- Merkmal often refers to a noticeable or defining feature used to identify or describe something.
- Eigenschaft is broader, often referring to inherent qualities or traits.
- Attribut is more technical or abstract, often used in linguistics or formal contexts.
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Examples
Jedes Tier hat ein charakteristisches Merkmal.noun
Minden állatnak van egy jellegzetes ismertetőjegye.
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