English–German
“scope” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʊmfaŋ/
Example
Ich kenne den Umfang des Problems.
I know the scope of the problem.
How to say “scope” in German
“Scope” in German is Umfang.
A measuring line around a thing or an invisible boundary around a subject, defining its physical or abstract reach.
Example sentences with Umfang
Wir müssen den Umfang des Projekts genau festlegen.
We need to define the scope of the project precisely.
Tips for using Umfang
- For everyday general size, Größe is usually more natural than Umfang, while Umfang fits a problem, task, or subject when its extent is meant.
Other German words for “scope”
Die Reichweite der Diskussion ist begrenzt.
The scope of the discussion is limited.