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English - German
Affect
əˈfɛkt
Extremely common
700 - 800
700 - 800
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
beeinflussen, berühren, vortäuschen
Affect meanings in German
beeinflussen
Example:
Her mood affected the whole room.
Ihre Stimmung beeinflusste den ganzen Raum.
The weather can affect our plans.
Das Wetter kann unsere Pläne beeinflussen.
Usage: formalContext: Used in formal contexts such as academic writing or professional settings.
Note: This is the most common translation of 'affect' in the sense of influencing or impacting something.
berühren
Example:
The movie deeply affected her.
Der Film hat sie tief berührt.
His words affected me emotionally.
Seine Worte haben mich emotional berührt.
Usage: formalContext: Commonly used in emotional or personal contexts.
Note: This translation highlights the emotional impact or touching aspect of 'affect.'
vortäuschen
Example:
She affected a British accent.
Sie legte einen britischen Akzent an.
He affected indifference, but he cared deeply.
Er heuchelte Gleichgültigkeit, aber es lag ihm viel daran.
Usage: formalContext: Used to describe someone pretending or putting on a false appearance.
Note: In this sense, 'affect' is about behaving in a way that is not genuine or authentic.
Affect's synonyms
influence
To have an effect on or shape the behavior or opinions of someone or something.
Example: Her positive attitude influenced everyone around her.
Note: While 'affect' generally refers to a broader range of impacts, 'influence' often implies a more subtle or indirect impact.
impact
To have a strong effect on someone or something.
Example: The new policy had a significant impact on the company's profits.
Note: Similar to 'affect,' but 'impact' typically suggests a more forceful or noticeable effect.
alter
To change or make different.
Example: The medication altered his state of mind.
Note: Unlike 'affect,' 'alter' specifically denotes a change or modification in something.
modify
To make partial or minor changes to something.
Example: She modified her approach based on the feedback she received.
Note: Similar to 'affect,' but 'modify' suggests a more deliberate and intentional adjustment.
Affect expressions, common phrases
Affect someone/something
To produce a change or influence someone or something emotionally.
Example: The news affected her deeply, causing her to cry.
Note: The verb 'affect' directly refers to the impact or influence on a person or thing.
Emotionally affect
To have a strong emotional impact on someone or a group of people.
Example: The movie emotionally affected the audience, leaving many in tears.
Note: This phrase specifies that the impact is related to emotions.
Affect the outcome
To have an influence on the result or conclusion of a situation or event.
Example: The weather conditions could affect the outcome of the game.
Note: This phrase focuses on how something can impact the final result or conclusion.
Affect behavior
To cause a change in someone's actions or conduct.
Example: The new environment affected her behavior, making her more cautious.
Note: This phrase specifically highlights the impact on a person's actions or conduct.
Affect one's mood
To influence or change how someone feels or their emotional state.
Example: Lack of sleep can affect one's mood and overall well-being.
Note: This phrase is related to the impact on a person's mood or emotional state.
Affect everyday (slang) expressions
Impacting
The term 'impacting' is often used informally to describe the effect or influence of something on a situation or outcome.
Example: The recent changes are impacting our sales negatively.
Note: While 'impacting' is similar to 'affecting', it is more casual and commonly used in spoken language.
Rub off on
To 'rub off on' someone means that one person's qualities or characteristics influence or affect another person.
Example: Her positive energy really rubs off on everyone around her.
Note: This slang term suggests a more indirect influence compared to the word 'affect'.
Get to
When something 'gets to' a person, it means it starts to affect or bother them.
Example: His constant criticism is really getting to me.
Note: This phrase is commonly used to express annoyance or irritation resulting from an influence.
Hit home
When something 'hits home' for someone, it deeply affects or resonates with them on a personal level.
Example: The movie's message really hit home with me.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a strong emotional impact compared to the word 'affect'.
Mess with
To 'mess with' someone means to disturb or upset them through actions or words.
Example: Don't mess with her, she's in a bad mood today.
Note: This colloquial expression implies a negative, disruptive effect on someone's emotional state or well-being.
Sink in
When something 'sinks in' for a person, it means they finally understand or absorb its impact after some time.
Example: The news took a while to sink in, but now I understand.
Note: This phrase suggests a gradual process of realization or comprehension, indicating a delayed but profound effect.
Get under someone's skin
To 'get under someone's skin' means to annoy or irritate them deeply.
Example: His constant complaining really gets under my skin.
Note: This slang phrase implies a persistent and bothersome effect, often causing emotional discomfort or frustration.
Affect - Examples
The weather can affect your mood.
Das Wetter kann Ihre Stimmung beeinflussen.
The new policy will affect all employees.
Die neue Richtlinie wird alle Mitarbeiter betreffen.
She showed no affect when she heard the news.
Sie zeigte keine Emotionen, als sie die Nachricht hörte.
Affect grammar
Affect - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: affect
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): affects, affect
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): affect
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): affected
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): affecting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): affects
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): affect
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): affect
Syllables, Separation and Stress
affect Contains 2 syllables: af • fect
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈfekt
af fect , ə ˈfekt (The red syllable is stressed)
Affect - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
affect: 700 - 800 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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