Die Norm
Example: Die Norm für die elektrische Sicherheit ist sehr streng.
Definition
"Die Norm" refers to a standard or set of guidelines established to ensure consistency, quality, and safety in technical fields. It defines specific criteria or requirements that products, processes, or services must meet, such as the strict electrical safety standard mentioned in the example.
Etymology
The word "die Norm" originates from the Latin word 'norma,' meaning a carpenter's square or rule, symbolizing a fixed standard or measure. Over time, it evolved in German to mean a technical or regulatory standard, reflecting its use in setting clear and precise benchmarks.
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"Die Norm" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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