semantics in German
semantics in German is Semantik, Bedeutungslehre — semantics means the branch of linguistics concerned with meaning in language.
semantics in German
Semantik
The meanings of individual words, as opposed to the overall meaning of a passage.
Bedeutungslehre
The meanings of individual words, as opposed to the overall meaning of a passage.
What does "semantics" mean?
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noun The branch of linguistics concerned with meaning in language.
"A course in semantics teaches how words and sentences carry meaning."
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noun Informally, the fine distinctions or technicalities of wording in an argument, often used dismissively.
"Let's not argue over semantics when we both want the same result."
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semantics in a sentence
- A course in semantics teaches how words and sentences carry meaning.
- The linguist studied semantics to see how children learn what words mean.
- Let's not argue over semantics when we both want the same result.
- Whether we call it a fee or a charge is just semantics.
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What is "semantics" in German?
"semantics" in German is Semantik, Bedeutungslehre. semantics means: The branch of linguistics concerned with meaning in language.
How do you use "semantics" in a sentence?
Example: "A course in semantics teaches how words and sentences carry meaning." In German, "semantics" is Semantik, Bedeutungslehre.
Are there other ways to say "semantics" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "semantics": Semantik, Bedeutungslehre.
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