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No. 3,596 in German

modus

"Modus" in German refers to "mode" or "method" in English, often describing a way, manner, or approach.

In a sentence

  • Der Modus der Maschine ist auf 'Automatisch' eingestellt.

    The mode of the machine is set to 'Automatic'.

    Here, 'modus' refers to the operational mode or setting of a device.

  • Im grammatischen Modus des Verbs erkennt man die Zeit und den Aspekt.

    In the grammatical mood of the verb, one can identify the tense and aspect.

    In this sentence, 'modus' refers to the grammatical mood of a verb in linguistics.

  • Der Modus der Lichtsteuerung ermöglicht verschiedene Effekte.

    The mode of the light control allows for various effects.

    'Modus' here represents a configuration or operational setting related to technological control.

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