English–German

“generality” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/algəˈmaɪ̯nhaɪ̯t/

Example

Aufgrund der Allgemeinheit des Problems ist die Lösung schwierig.

The solution is difficult because the problem is so general.

Illustration for Allgemeinheit (generality)

How to say “generality” in German

“Generality” in German is Allgemeinheit.

A rule reaches beyond individual cases and applies across a whole field, while the same word can name the people considered as a whole.

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

Example sentences with Allgemeinheit

Viele Studien betonten die Allgemeinheit ihrer Ergebnisse.

Many studies emphasized the generality of their results.

Tips for using Allgemeinheit

  • The feminine noun die Allgemeinheit usually means general validity in formal argument, but context can make it mean the general public.

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