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“effect” in German

German

AlsoWirkung · Auswirkung

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛˈfɛkt/

Example

Das Medikament zeigt keinen Effekt.

The medication has no effect.

Illustration for Effekt (effect)

How to say “effect” in German

“Effect” in German is Effekt.

A changed condition that can be traced back to a specific intervention.

Full entry for Effekt: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Effekt

Die neue Maßnahme erzielte sofort einen Effekt.

The new measure immediately produced an effect.

Tips for using Effekt

  • German Effekt can also mean a striking visual or theatrical effect, so context distinguishes a practical result from a staged impression.

Other German words for “effect”

Die Wirkungen der Medizin sind deutlich.

The effects of the medicine are clear.

Welche Auswirkungen hat das neue Gesetz?

What effect will the new law have?

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