No. 2,163 in German
begrenzung
Limitation or boundary.
In a sentence
Die Begrenzung der Geschwindigkeit auf der Autobahn beträgt 120 km/h.
The speed limit on the highway is 120 km/h.
In this sentence, 'Begrenzung' refers to the act of setting a limit or boundary, specifically for speed.
Die Begrenzung des Geländes wird durch einen Zaun sichergestellt.
The boundary of the area is ensured by a fence.
Here, 'Begrenzung' is used to denote the physical demarcation or limit of a space.
Es ist wichtig, persönliche Begrenzungen zu verstehen und zu respektieren.
It's important to understand and respect personal boundaries.
In this usage, 'Begrenzungen' refers to abstract or conceptual limits, such as psychological or personal boundaries.
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