Die Praxis
Example: In der Praxis zeigt sich oft, dass Theorie nicht ausreicht.
Definition
"Die Praxis" refers to the actual application or use of ideas, theories, or methods in real-life situations, as opposed to just theoretical understanding. It highlights the practical experience or exercise of skills in everyday or professional contexts.
Etymology
The German term "die Praxis" originates from the Latin word 'practica,' which means practice or action. It entered German through medieval scholarly Latin, retaining its sense of practical application. Did you know? The word shares roots with English 'practice,' showing how languages borrow terms related to action and experience.
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"Die Praxis" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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