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setting

setting

Meaning of setting

English

adjustable option

Deutsch

Wert oder Option, die man bei einem Gerät oder Programm ändern kann

setting

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈsetɪŋ/
American English
/ˈsetɪŋ/

setting with German translation

setting usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

I can change the language in the settings.

In den Einstellungen kann ich die Sprache ändern.

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

This setting is important to me.

Diese Einstellung ist für mich wichtig.

setting synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between setting, configuration, preference, option, setup, adjustment, mode, and parameter

configuration
🇬🇧English

technical; the whole set of settings together

B1often

ENThe refrigerator's configuration includes temperature zones and energy modes.

🇬🇧English

user-chosen option in an app, usually plural

A2often

ENSet your display preferences in the app.

🇬🇧English

one choice among several in a menu

A2very often

ENSelect the eco option to save energy.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

initial arrangement or installation, not one parameter

A2very often

ENThe microwave setup is simple—plug it in and set the clock.

A
🇬🇧English
adjustment

the act of changing something slightly

A2often

ENMake a small adjustment to the timer.

🇬🇧English

an operating state, not a single option

A2very often

ENSwitch the washing machine to delicate mode.

P
🇬🇧English
parameter

technical term for a value that can be set

B1often

ENAdjust the pressure parameter before running the pump.

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setting belongs to the topic "Websites and Apps →". Start with a short set of 3 words so the word is easier to remember in context.

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setting meaning: what does it mean?

adjustable option

setting pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

setting is pronounced as /ˈsetɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

setting definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

In den Einstellungen kann ich die Sprache ändern. Translation: I can change the language in the settings.

Is setting part of Websites and Apps vocabulary?

Yes, setting can be learned in the Websites and Apps topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is setting part of Programming vocabulary?

Yes, setting can be learned in the Programming topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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