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Kennwert
German → American English
American English
Key figure
Wert oder Zahl, die zur Beschreibung, Messung oder Bewertung eines Sachverhalts verwendet wird.
Der wichtigste Kennwert im Bericht war die Umsatzrendite.Kennwert is common in technical, statistical, and business contexts. It usually refers to a value used to measure, compare, or characterize something, so it is not the same as any general “number.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Kennwert" mean in English?
"Kennwert" means "key figure" or, depending on context, "indicator" or "metric."
Is "Kennwert" the same as "Kennzahl"?
They are very close and often used similarly, but "Kennzahl" is more common in business and statistics, while "Kennwert" can sound a bit more technical.
How do you use "Kennwert" in a sentence?
For example: "Der Kennwert wurde im Bericht analysiert." = "The key figure was analyzed in the report."