Die Begrenzung
Example: Die Begrenzung der Geschwindigkeit sorgt für mehr Sicherheit.
Definition
"Die Begrenzung" refers to a limit or restriction placed on something, such as speed, quantity, or extent, designed to control or regulate it. For example, "Die Begrenzung der Geschwindigkeit sorgt für mehr Sicherheit" means speed limits increase safety.
Etymology
The word "die Begrenzung" comes from the German verb "begrenzen," meaning to limit or bound. It combines the prefix 'be-' with 'Grenze,' meaning border or boundary, indicating the act of setting a boundary or limit. Did you know it literally means 'the act of making a border'?
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"Die Begrenzung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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