aspect in German
aspect in German is Aspekt, Aktionsart — aspect means a particular feature or part of something being considered.
aspect in German
Aspekt
(grammar) A grammatical quality of a verb which determines the relationship of the speaker to the internal temporal flow of the event which the verb describes, or whether the speaker views the event from outside as a whole, or from within as it is unfolding. [from 19th c.]
Aktionsart
(grammar) A grammatical quality of a verb which determines the relationship of the speaker to the internal temporal flow of the event which the verb describes, or whether the speaker views the event from outside as a whole, or from within as it is unfolding. [from 19th c.]
What does "aspect" mean?
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noun A particular feature or part of something being considered.
"We need to look at every aspect of the proposal before deciding."
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noun The way something looks, or the direction it faces.
"The house has a lovely south-facing aspect over the valley."
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noun (grammar) A property of a verb that shows how an action relates to time — for example, whether it's ongoing, completed, or repeated.
""Was running" shows continuous aspect, while "ran" shows simple aspect."
aspect in a sentence
- We need to look at every aspect of the proposal before deciding.
- Cost is just one aspect of the decision.
- The house has a lovely south-facing aspect over the valley.
- "Was running" shows continuous aspect, while "ran" shows simple aspect.
Similar words in German
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Frequently asked questions
What is "aspect" in German?
"aspect" in German is Aspekt, Aktionsart. aspect means: A particular feature or part of something being considered.
How do you use "aspect" in a sentence?
Example: "We need to look at every aspect of the proposal before deciding." In German, "aspect" is Aspekt, Aktionsart.
Are there other ways to say "aspect" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "aspect": Aspekt, Aktionsart.
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