German word

Vernetzung

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈnɛt͡sʊŋ/

Meaning

  • feminine nounnetwork

Example

Viele Vernetzungen entstehen durch gemeinsame Projekte.

Many networks emerge through joint projects.

Illustration for Vernetzung (network)

More examples

Die regionale Vernetzung stärkt lokale Initiativen.

The regional networking strengthens local initiatives.

Core concept

Separate points become linked nodes in one functioning web, with connections carrying exchange between them.

Common phrases

  • regionale Vernetzung

    regional networking

  • digitale Vernetzung

    digital networking

  • Vernetzung von Unternehmen

    networking among companies

Similar words

Netzwerk: A system linking people or organizations for communication and cooperation.
Kontakt: A brief exchange or temporary point of contact between people.
Verbindung: A direct link between two or more things.
Beziehung: An ongoing relationship or bond between people or organizations.

Definition in German

Das Herstellen von Verbindungen zwischen Personen, Gruppen oder Systemen, damit Informationen und Zusammenarbeit möglich werden.

Word origin

The noun Vernetzung is formed from vernetzen with the suffix -ung; vernetzen is built on the German noun Netz, 'net'.

Usage tips

  • Vernetzung often names the process or state of linking, while Netzwerk more often names the resulting network or system.

Other meanings

  • networkingnoun
  • interconnectionnoun

Opposites

  • Isolationisolationnoun
  • Abkapselungseclusionnoun

Related words

  • vernetzennetworkverb
  • vernetztnetworkedadjective

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