No. 7,296 in German
gegenwert
"Equivalent" or "value in return."
In a sentence
Der Gegenwert dieser alten Münze ist schwer zu bestimmen.
The equivalent value of this old coin is difficult to determine.
In this sentence, 'Gegenwert' is used to denote the equivalent monetary or intrinsic value of an object, emphasizing its measurable worth.
Für die angebotene Ware erwarten wir einen angemessenen Gegenwert.
For the goods offered, we expect a fair equivalent value.
Here, 'Gegenwert' refers to the fair exchange or compensation expected for provided goods, highlighting the transactional context.
Der emotionale Gegenwert seiner Mühe war unbezahlbar.
The emotional equivalent value of his effort was priceless.
In this instance, 'Gegenwert' conveys the non-material equivalent of effort in terms of emotional reward or satisfaction, illustrating abstract usage.
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