complex

ˈkɑmplɛks
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Translation of complex from English into Dutch,

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Adjective

1.

structure

made up of multiple parts, not simple
  • The machine has a complex design.De machine heeft een complex ontwerp.
2.

understanding

difficult to understand or analyze
  • The instructions were too complex for beginners.De instructies waren te complex voor beginners.
3.

mathematics

TECH.
involving numbers with real and imaginary parts
TECH.
complexe samengestelde
  • Complex equations are studied in advanced math.Complexe vergelijkingen worden bestudeerd in de hogere wiskunde.

Noun

1.

architecture

group of buildings located close to each other
  • The new apartment complex has over 200 units.Het nieuwe appartementencomplex heeft meer dan 200 eenheden
2.

psychology

TECH.
psychological fixation or unconscious conflict
TECH.
  • He has a complex about being in large crowds.Hij heeft een complex over het zijn in grote menigten
3.

systems

TECH.
network of interconnected systems or parts
TECH.
  • The transportation complex in the city is well-organized.Het vervoerscomplex in de stad is goed georganiseerd.
4.

chemistry

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chemical structure with a central atom bonded to others
TECH.
complex neiwitcomplex
  • The protein complex plays a crucial role in metabolism.Het eiwitcomplex speelt een cruciale rol in de stofwisseling.
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Expressions with complex: examples in English and translations in Dutch

Napoleoncomplex
His confrontational attitude was attributed to a Napoleon complex.
redderobsessie
messiasobsessie
Her messiah complex drives her to take on impossible tasks.
minderwaardigheidscomplex
He struggled with an inferiority complex for years.
castratiecomplex
angst voor castratie
The patient discussed his castration complex with the therapist.
wooncomplex
appartementencomplex
We moved into a new apartment complex last year.
wooncomplex
They moved into a new housing complex near the city center.

Images of complex

  • complex: group of buildings located close to each other
    (architecture) complex
  • complex: chemical structure with a central atom bonded to others
    (chemistry) complex

Synonyms and analogies of complex in English

Examples of complex in a sentence

  • Understanding the complex system took hours.
  • The complex problem baffled even the experts.
  • Her complex theories were hard to grasp.
  • The course covers complex functions and their properties.
  • Complex numbers are essential in electrical engineering.
  • The shopping complex is always busy.

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

complexadj./nn.

The bittersweet aroma of the tea was both inviting and complex.

Het bitterzoete aroma van de thee was tegelijk uitnodigend en complex.

ingewikkeldadj.

Stumbling is common when learning to play such a complex instrument.

Struikelen komt vaak voor als je zo'n ingewikkeld instrument leert bespelen.

gecompliceerdadj.

Gabriel, sometimes our problems are not as complex as we'd hoped.

Gabriel soms zijn onze problemen niet zo gecompliceerd als we hoopten.

appartementencomplexn.

Our real estate salesperson arranged a tour of the new condominium complex.

Onze makelaar heeft een rondleiding geregeld door het nieuwe appartementencomplex.

systeemnn.

The transmitting of signals is controlled by a complex electronic system.

Het uitzenden van signalen wordt aangestuurd door een complex elektronisch systeem.

netwerknn.

Excavated tunnels revealed a complex network beneath the city streets.

Uitgegraven tunnels onthulden een ingewikkeld netwerk onder de straten van de stad.

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complex: Examples and translations in context

Her strong point is her ability to solve complex problems quickly.

Haar sterke punt is dat ze complexe problemen snel kan oplossen.

Solving that complex puzzle in such little time was downright impossible.

Die complexe puzzel in zo weinig tijd oplossen was nagenoeg onmogelijk.

As required, consult with a specialist for complex technical issues.

Raadpleeg, indien nodig, een specialist voor complexe technische kwesties.

A scholar must spend hours reading to fully grasp complex subjects.

Een geleerde moet uren lezen om complexe onderwerpen echt te doorgronden.

Their guiding hand made the complex task much easier to manage.

Hun sturende hand maakte de complexe taak een stuk beter beheersbaar.

The annotated chart helps students comprehend the complex data more easily.

De toegelichte grafiek helpt studenten de complexe gegevens beter te begrijpen.

Miniseries allow storytellers to explore complex topics within a limited timeframe.

Met miniseries kunnen makers complexe onderwerpen uitdiepen binnen een beperkte speelduur.

New thinking often sparks innovative solutions to complex problems in business.

Nieuw denken leidt vaak tot vernieuwende oplossingen voor complexe zakelijke vraagstukken.

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