Abgrenzung/ˈapˌɡʁɛnt͡sʊŋ/demarcation; boundary; distinction
Abgrenzung is a German noun that means demarcation, boundary, or distinction. It is pronounced /ˈapˌɡʁɛnt͡sʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Abgrenzungen".
Definitions
1.the act or result of marking or setting a boundary(boundary/physical separation)
a.creation of a clear border between areas
Die Abgrenzung zwischen den beiden Grundstücken ist durch einen Zaun deutlich.—The boundary between the two properties is clearly marked by a fence.
2.the process of distinguishing or delineating concepts, fields, or roles(distinction/definition)
a.making a clear distinction between two things
Die Abgrenzung zwischen Arbeit und Freizeit fällt im Homeoffice oft schwer.—Distinguishing between work and leisure time is often difficult when working from home.
3.the act of setting oneself apart or isolating emotionally or socially(social/psychological)
a.actively distancing oneself (from people, influences, etc.)
Zur Selbstfürsorge gehört manchmal auch die Abgrenzung gegenüber anderen.—Self-care sometimes also means setting boundaries with others.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Abgrenzung | die Abgrenzungen |
| Genitive | der Abgrenzung | der Abgrenzungen |
| Dative | der Abgrenzung | den Abgrenzungen |
| Accusative | die Abgrenzung | die Abgrenzungen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Abgrenzung" mean in English?
- "Abgrenzung" means demarcation, boundary, or distinction. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Abgrenzung"?
- "Abgrenzung" is pronounced /ˈapˌɡʁɛnt͡sʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Abgrenzung" der, die, or das?
- "Abgrenzung" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Abgrenzung"?
- The plural of "Abgrenzung" is "Abgrenzungen".
- What part of speech is "Abgrenzung"?
- "Abgrenzung" is a noun in German.
