No. 1,143 in German
auszeichnung
"Auszeichnung" means "award" or "distinction" in English.
In a sentence
Die Auszeichnung für den besten Schauspieler ging an ihn.
The award for best actor went to him.
Here, 'Auszeichnung' refers to a recognition or prize given for achievement, specifically in the context of acting awards.
Er erhielt eine Auszeichnung für seinen Beitrag zur Wissenschaft.
He received an award for his contribution to science.
In this sentence, 'Auszeichnung' is used to denote a form of official acknowledgement or commendation for someone's contributions in a certain field.
Die Auszeichnung seines Werks wurde von der Kritik hoch gelobt.
The distinction of his work was highly praised by critics.
In this context, 'Auszeichnung' is used to mean distinction or the quality of being recognized or honored, related to the evaluation of creative works.
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