approximation

əˌprɒksɪˈmeɪʃən
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Translation of approximation from English into Dutch

Noun

1.

estimation

act of estimating something
schatting framing f
  • The approximation of the crowd's size took some time.Het schatten van de grootte van de menigte nam enige tijd in beslag.
2.

similarity

similar but not exactly the same
  • The painting was an approximation of the original.Het schilderij was een benadering van het origineel.
3.

mathematics

imprecise solution adequate for a purpose
  • The approximation was sufficient for the math problem.De benadering was voldoende voor het wiskundeprobleem.
4.

linguistics

TECH.
near-simulation of pronunciation
TECH.
  • The approximation of the French word was noticeable.De benadering van het Franse woord was merkbaar.
5.

medical

TECH.
bringing tissue edges together
TECH.
  • The surgeon performed an approximation of the wound edges.De chirurg voerde een benadering van de wondranden uit.
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Expressions with approximation: examples in English and translations in Dutch

bij benadering
At first approximation, the answer is about 50.
globaal gezien
in grote lijnen
To a first approximation, the project will take six months.

Synonyms and analogies of approximation in English

Examples of approximation in a sentence

  • An approximation of the total cost was given during the meeting.
  • Her accent was an approximation of a native speaker's.
  • The sketch was an approximation of the final design.
  • The engineer used an approximation for the initial design.
  • An approximation was made to estimate the project's cost.
  • Her approximation of the Spanish accent was impressive.

Translations of "approximation" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
onderlinge aanpassingnf.

The question of the approximation of substantive criminal law is sensitive.

De kwestie van de onderlinge aanpassing van het materiële strafrecht ligt gevoelig.

benaderingnf.

They accepted the approximation as close enough for the calculations.

Ze namen de benadering als nauwkeurig genoeg voor de berekeningen.

schattingnf.

His approximation of the total expenses was surprisingly accurate this month.

Zijn schatting van de totale uitgaven klopte deze maand verrassend goed.

ramingnf.

The approximation of the population in the area was essential for planning resources.

De raming van het aantal inwoners in het gebied was cruciaal voor de planning van de voorzieningen.

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Other translations for approximation:

  • inschattingnf.
  • onderlinge toenaderingnf.
  • approximatienf.

approximation: Examples and translations in context

Automatic activation for approximation of the hands.

Automatische activering van onderlinge aanpassing van de handen.

It shall assess progress on approximation of laws, implementation and enforcement.

Het beoordeelt de vooruitgang die geboekt is met de onderlinge aanpassing, de uitvoering en de toepassing van de wetgeving.

requires the approximation of legislation in one or more economic sectors.

de onderlinge aanpassing van de wetgevingen in één of meer economische sectoren vereist.

Implementation of the partnership's priorities and approximation of legislation should be monitored.

Er moet worden toegezien op de uitvoering van de prioriteiten van het partnerschap en de onderlinge aanpassing van de wetgevingen.

Whereas the approximation of these laws is therefore necessary

Overwegende dat de onderlinge aanpassing van deze wetgevingen derhalve noodzakelijk is

The approximation, where necessary, of substantive and procedural law should facilitate mutual recognition.

De onderlinge aanpassing, waar nodig, van het materieel en procesrecht zou de wederzijdse erkenning moeten bevorderen.

This objective is to be pursued by, in particular, the approximation of legislation.

Dit doel moet in het bijzonder worden verwezenlijkt door middel van de onderlinge aanpassing van de wetgeving.

Progressive harmonisation, approximation and standardisation are required, for example, in the field of consumer protection.

Er is behoefte aan progressieve harmonisatie, onderlinge aanpassing en standaardisatie, bijvoorbeeld op het gebied van de consumentenbescherming.

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