German Conversation · Level 6
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German word
Edition
Pronunciation
IPA/ediˈt͡si̯oːn/
Meaning
- feminine nounedition
Example
Diese Edition ist schnell vergriffen.
This edition sells out quickly.
More examples
Die kommentierte Edition bietet hilfreiche Fußnoten.
The annotated edition provides helpful footnotes.
Core concept
One released version of a work, identified by its selection, revision, commentary, or other editorial form.
Common phrases
Sonderedition
special edition
kommentierte Edition
annotated edition
Similar words
Ausgabe: A particular published issue or release of a book, magazine, or similar work.
Auflage: A specific print run or the number of copies produced in it.
Version: A changed or revised form of a document, work, or other original.
Fassung: A complete textual form distinguished by differences in wording or expression.
Definition in German
Eine Edition ist eine veröffentlichte Fassung eines Werks, oft als bestimmte oder wissenschaftlich kommentierte Ausgabe.
Word origin
The German noun entered as an international learned borrowing from Latin editio via French and English.
Usage tips
- "Auflage" refers mainly to a print run or number of copies, so it is not a full substitute for "Edition".
Related words
- Editionsreiheedition seriesnoun
- Editionsverlagedition publishernoun