cusp

kʌsp
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Translation of cusp into German

Noun

1.

transition

point of transition
  • The company was on the cusp of a new era.Das Unternehmen stand am Übergang zu einer neuen Ära.
2.

time

important moment when a decision is made
  • She was on the cusp of a major career decision.Sie stand am Scheideweg einer wichtigen beruflichen Entscheidung.
3.

dentistry

TECH.
pointed part of a canine tooth or molar
TECH.
Zahnhöcker Höcker
  • The dentist examined the cusp of the molar.Der Zahnarzt untersuchte den Zahnhöcker des Mahlzahns.
4.

astrology

TECH.
boundary between zodiac signs and houses
TECH.
  • He was born on the cusp of Leo and Virgo.Er wurde an der Grenze von Löwe und Jungfrau geboren.
5.

architecture

TECH.
intersection point of two curved lines
TECH.
Spitzbogen m
  • The Gothic arch featured a prominent cusp.Der gotische Bogen wies einen markanten Spitzbogen auf.
6.

mathematics

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point of a curve with no derivative
TECH.
  • The curve had a cusp at the origin.Die Kurve hatte einen Spitzpunkt am Ursprung.
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Expressions with cusp: examples in English and translations in German

an der Schwelle
She is on the cusp of a major career change.
an der Schwelle zu
We are at the cusp of a breakthrough.

Synonyms and analogies of cusp in English

Examples of cusp in a sentence

  • We are on the cusp of a technological breakthrough.
  • The country was on the cusp of a technological revolution.
  • He felt he was on the cusp of a personal breakthrough.
  • The cusp of the tooth was sharp and distinct.
  • He felt pain near the cusp of his canine tooth.
  • She's on the cusp of a major life change.

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

Noun
dieSchwellenf.

I feel at the cusp of making the biggest decision of my life.

Ich stehe an der Schwelle zur größten Entscheidung meines Lebens.

dieSpitzenf.

The exterior shapes are herringbone, cusp, dome and polygon.

Die Außenformen sind Fischgrätenmuster, Spitze, Haube und Polygon.

derScheitelpunktnm.

The artist meticulously captured the cusp of the wave in the painting.

Der Künstler erfasste akribisch den Scheitelpunkt der Welle im Gemälde.

derHöckernm.

The absence of cusp and tensioner makes assembly and maintenance easier.

Das Fehlen der Höcker und Zugstangen erleichtert die Montage und Wartung.

dieGrenzenf.

People coming under this cusp like mysteries and detective work.

Die Leute kommen unter diese Grenze wie Mysterien und Kriminalität.

dieKuppenf.

Each cusp opens up a new, breathtakingly beautiful view.

Nach jeder Kuppe eröffnet sich ein neuer atemberaubender Ausblick.

derÜbergangnm.

The day stood at the cusp of dusk, casting a warm glow over the landscape.

Der Tag stand am Übergang zur Dämmerung und warf ein warmes Licht über die Landschaft.

derHöhepunktnm.

The novel's plot reached a suspenseful cusp, leaving readers eager for more.

Die Handlung des Romans erreichte einen spannenden Höhepunkt, der die Leser gespannt zurückließ.

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Other translations for cusp:

  • Umkehrpunktn.
  • Scheidewegnm.

cusp: Examples and translations in context

We are at the cusp of a technological revolution unlike any before.

Wir stehen an der Schwelle zu einer technologischen Revolution wie nie zuvor.

We're at the cusp of a major breakthrough in renewable energy technology.

Wir stehen an der Schwelle zu einem großen Durchbruch in der Energietechnik.

Humanity is at the cusp of exploring deeper regions of outer space.

Die Menschheit steht an der Schwelle zur Erkundung entfernterer Regionen des Weltraums.

They feel at the cusp of a new era in their relationship.

Sie fühlen sich an der Schwelle zu einer neuen Ära in ihrer Beziehung.

The nation is at the cusp of significant political and social reforms.

Die Nation steht an der Schwelle zu bedeutenden politischen und gesellschaftlichen Reformen.

Our city is at the cusp of becoming a major cultural center.

Unsere Stadt steht an der Schwelle dazu, ein bedeutendes Kulturzentrum zu werden.

Scientists are at the cusp of discovering a cure for this rare disease.

Wissenschaftler stehen an der Schwelle zur Entdeckung eines Heilmittels für diese seltene Krankheit.

Our civilization now stands at the cusp of another such discontinuity.

Unsere Zivilisation steht heute an der Schwelle eines solchen historischen Bruchs.

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