Die Norm
Example: Die Norm für Sicherheit wird in allen Fabriken eingehalten.
Definition
"Die Norm" refers to a standard or a set of rules established to ensure consistency and quality in various contexts, such as safety, production, or behavior. For example, "Die Norm für Sicherheit wird in allen Fabriken eingehalten" means the safety standard is followed in all factories.
Etymology
The word "die Norm" comes from the Latin word "norma," which originally meant a carpenter’s square or rule used for measuring. Over time, it evolved to mean a standard or a rule that guides behavior or production. Did you know that the concept of a 'norm' as a standard for measuring quality has been essential in many industries for centuries?
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"Die Norm" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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