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Substanz

English translation of Substanz

substance

The German word 'Substanz' is used to describe a material or substance. It can refer to a physical entity or a conceptual one. In chemistry, for example, a substance is a form of matter that has a constant composition and properties. In philosophy, a substance is an entity that exists independently of its properties.


Example sentences using: Substanz

Substanz wird oft in der Chemie verwendet.

English translation of Substanz wird oft in der Chemie verwendet.

Substance is often used in chemistry.

In this sentence, 'Substanz' refers to a material of a particular kind, in the field of chemistry, demonstrating its use in scientific context.

Die Qualität der Substanz ist wichtig.

English translation of Die Qualität der Substanz ist wichtig.

The quality of the substance is important.

This phrase uses 'Substanz' to refer to the material quality. It emphasizes the importance of the substance's quality itself, often relating to different industries like food or manufacturing where quality matters.

Der Kaffee hat keine Substanz.

English translation of Der Kaffee hat keine Substanz.

The coffee has no substance.

In this sentence, 'Substanz' is used metaphorically, denoting that the coffee lacks flavor or strength. It shows that the term can be used beyond a literal material substance, extending to qualities or characteristics.

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