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fiktiv
German → American English
American English
fictitious
nicht real, sondern nur ausgedacht oder erfunden
Der Autor beschreibt eine fiktive Welt voller Magie.Use fiktiv for something that is not real, especially in formal or analytical contexts. It is more common in written German than in everyday speech, where people may also say erfunden or ausgedacht.
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Frequently asked questions
Was bedeutet „fiktiv“ auf Englisch?
„Fiktiv“ means “fictitious” or “imaginary.” It describes something that is not real or only invented.
Ist „fiktiv“ dasselbe wie „erfunden“?
They are similar, but „fiktiv“ sounds more formal and is often used for abstract, legal, or literary contexts, while „erfunden“ is more everyday.
Wie verwendet man „fiktiv“ in einem Satz?
Example: „Der Roman spielt in einer fiktiven Stadt.“ — “The novel takes place in a fictitious city.”
Was ist der Unterschied zwischen „fiktiv“ und „virtuell“?
„Fiktiv“ means invented or not real; „virtuell“ usually refers to something digital or computer-based, not necessarily invented.