noun
die Substanz, -en
anyag
Ein Stoff oder Material, aus dem etwas besteht.
The German word "Substanz" is a noun that means "substance" or "material". It comes from the Latin word substantia, meaning that which stands under or supports. In German, it refers to the physical matter or essence of something.
Similar words include:
- Material (material, matter)
- Stoff (fabric, material, substance)
- Essenz (essence)
Differences:
- Substanz often emphasizes the fundamental or essential physical or tangible nature.
- Material is more general and neutral, often used for raw matter.
- Stoff can mean any kind of material or fabric, sometimes with a broader usage (e.g., chemical substances or textile).
- Essenz refers more to the abstract essence or core quality, not physical matter.
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Examples
Die Substanz ist unbekannt.noun
Az anyag ismeretlen.
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