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Unendlichkeit
/ʊnˈʔɛntlɪçkaɪ̯t/
infinity
Die Unendlichkeit des Universums fasziniert die Wissenschaftler.
The infinity of the universe fascinates scientists.
formal
The state of being infinite or boundless; eternity or infinity, especially in a philosophical, mathematical, or cosmic context.
Die Unendlichkeit des Weltalls ist schwer vorstellbar.
The infinity of the cosmos is hard to imagine.
In der Mathematik gibt es verschiedene Konzepte der Unendlichkeit.
In mathematics, there are different concepts of infinity.
Often used in philosophical, scientific, or poetic contexts to describe something without limits or bounds.
Collocations
die Unendlichkeit des Universumsthe infinity of the universedie Unendlichkeit der Zeitthe infinity of timedie Unendlichkeit der Möglichkeitenthe infinity of possibilities
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Philosophical vs. Mathematical Use
In philosophy, 'Unendlichkeit' often refers to abstract concepts like eternity, while in mathematics, it refers to the concept of infinity in numbers or sets.
Gold Rule
Capitalization
Always capitalize 'Unendlichkeit' as it is a noun in German.
Word Origin
Derived from the German prefix 'un-' (not) and 'Endlichkeit' (finiteness), meaning 'not finite' or 'infinite'.
Usage Notes
In German, 'Unendlichkeit' is often used in abstract or philosophical discussions about time, space, and existence. It can also refer to mathematical infinity in formal contexts.
Word Breakdown
un-
not
prefixEndlichkeit
finiteness
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