Dezimal
Meaning and Usage
"Dezimal" is an adjective in German that translates to "decimal" in English. It is used to describe anything related to the base-10 numbering system or things that are divided into tens or tenths.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "dezimal" comes from the Latin word "decimus," meaning "tenth," which is also related to the English word "decimal." It is formed by adding the suffix "-al" to the stem "dezim" (from the Latin "decimus").
Comparisons between German and English
"Dezimal" and "decimal" share a common origin and have the same meaning. Both words refer to the base-10 numbering system and are used in mathematical contexts.
Cultural Context
Understanding the concept of "dezimal" is important in various fields such as mathematics, finance, and measurements. Germany, like many other countries, uses the decimal system for currency and measurements.
Example Sentences
- Der dezimale Teil des Bruchs.
- Das dezimale Zahlensystem wird im Alltag verwendet.
Memory Tips
Remember that "dezimal" and "decimal" both refer to the base-10 numbering system, so you can associate the German word with its English counterpart for easy recall.
Additional Vocabulary
- Die Dezimalzahl (f) - decimal number
- Dezimalsystem - decimal system
- Dezimalbruch - decimal fraction
Gender and Plural
Since "dezimal" is an adjective, it doesn't have a specific gender or plural form.
Conjugation
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