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perception in German

perception in German is Wahrnehmung, Perzeption — perception means the way the mind organizes and makes sense of information taken in through the senses.

perception in German

Wahrnehmung
noun
Conscious understanding of something.
Perzeption
noun
Conscious understanding of something.

What does "perception" mean?

  1. noun The way the mind organizes and makes sense of information taken in through the senses.
    "Perception of sound depends on how the brain interprets signals from the ear."
  2. noun A particular way of understanding or viewing something; an opinion or impression.
    "His perception of the neighbourhood was shaped by a single bad evening."
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perception in a sentence

  • Perception of sound depends on how the brain interprets signals from the ear.
  • Depth perception allows us to judge distances accurately.
  • His perception of the neighbourhood was shaped by a single bad evening.
  • There is a common perception that mornings are the best time to study.

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What is "perception" in German?
"perception" in German is Wahrnehmung, Perzeption. perception means: The way the mind organizes and makes sense of information taken in through the senses.
How do you use "perception" in a sentence?
Example: "Perception of sound depends on how the brain interprets signals from the ear." In German, "perception" is Wahrnehmung, Perzeption.
Are there other ways to say "perception" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "perception": Wahrnehmung, Perzeption.
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