No. 4,085 in German
zugehörigkeit
Belonging or affiliation.
In a sentence
Die Zugehörigkeit zu einer Gruppe kann Menschen ein Gefühl der Sicherheit geben.
Belonging to a group can give people a sense of security.
The word 'Zugehörigkeit' is used to refer to the concept of belonging or affiliation to a group or an entity, emphasizing emotional and social aspects.
Fische haben eine klare Zugehörigkeit zum Wasser.
Fish have a clear belonging to water.
Here, 'Zugehörigkeit' expresses a natural or inherent connection between the subject (the fish) and their environment.
Die kulturelle Zugehörigkeit prägt häufig unsere Denkweise und Werte.
Cultural belonging often shapes our way of thinking and values.
In this context, 'Zugehörigkeit' describes an individual's or a group's connection to cultural traditions or identity.
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