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These
German → American English
American English
thesis
Behauptung oder leitender Gedanke, der wissenschaftlich oder argumentativ geprüft wird.
Die zentrale These des Artikels lautet, dass Sprache sich ständig verändert.In academic German, These is used for a claim or proposition that can be argued or examined. For a university degree, prefer Dissertation or Doktorarbeit, not These.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “These” mean in English?
“These” usually means “thesis,” especially an academic claim or proposition.
Is “These” the same as “Dissertation”?
Not exactly. A “These” is a thesis or claim; a “Dissertation” is a doctoral dissertation.
How do you use “These” in a sentence?
You can say: „Die These ist überzeugend.“ This means “The thesis is convincing.”