setting

ˈsɛtɪŋ
Can also be a form of:
setting: position of a control or knob
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Translation of setting into German,

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Noun

1.

control level

position of a control or knob
  • Set the oven to the highest setting.Stellen Sie den Ofen auf die höchste Einstellung.
2.

story context

time and place where a story happens
  • The setting of the novel is in 19th century London.Der Handlungsort des Romans ist im London des 19. Jahrhunderts.
3.

positioning

position or adjustment of something
  • Check the setting of the thermostat before leaving..Überprüfen Sie die Einstellung des Thermostats, bevor Sie gehen

Adjective

1.

adjustment

adjusting to a particular state
  • The setting temperature was just right for baking.Die eingestellte Temperatur war genau richtig zum Backen.
2.

astronomy

Rare
disappearing below the horizon
Rare
untergehend sich senkend
  • The setting sun painted the sky orange.Die untergehende Sonne malte den Himmel orange.
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Expressions with setting: examples in English and translations in German

Gedeck
Tischgedeck
The place setting included a fork, knife, and spoon.
untergehende Sonne
Sonnenuntergang
We watched the setting sun from the beach.
Tischgedeck
The table setting included a plate, fork, knife, and spoon.
Zeiteinstellung
Set the oven's time setting to twenty minutes for the cookies.
Zielsetzung
Effective goal setting is crucial for personal development..
Prioritätensetzung
Good priority setting helps managers handle many projects at once.

Images of setting

  • setting: position of a control or knob
    (control level) Einstellung
  • setting: tableware for one person
    (table arrangement) Gedeck
  • setting: metal piece holding a gem in jewelry
    (jewelry) Fassung

Synonyms and analogies of setting in English

Examples of setting in a sentence

  • The washing machine was on the wrong setting.
  • The setting of the film was a futuristic city.
  • In the play, the setting shifts to a small village.
  • Adjust the setting of the camera for better focus.
  • The setting of the machine was incorrect.
  • The setting included a fork, knife, and spoon.
set
sɛt
Verb
tr.
1.

position

put something in a specific place
  • She set the vase on the table.Sie stellte die Vase auf den Tisch.
2.

condition

cause to be in a particular state
  • The news set him thinking.Die Nachricht brachte ihn zum Nachdenken.
3.

decide or specify

decide or clearly state something officially or formally
  • The teacher set the rules for the class.Der Lehrer hat die Regeln für die Klasse festgelegt.
Noun
1.

technology

US
device for receiving broadcast signals
US
Fernsehgerät Empfangsgerät Radioapparat m
  • He turned on the television set to watch the news.Er schaltete das Fernsehgerät ein, um die Nachrichten zu sehen.
2.

social group

group of people with shared interests
  • The jazz set meets every Friday night.Die Jazz-Gruppe trifft sich jeden Freitagabend.
3.

math concept

TECH.
group of distinct objects treated as one whole
TECH.
  • The set contains three numbers: 2, 4, and 6.Die Menge enthält drei Zahlen: 2, 4 und 6.
Adjective
1.

preparation

ready or prepared for action or use
  • The actors are set for the scene..Die Schauspieler sind für die Szene bereit
2.

planning

prearranged or established
  • The meeting time is set for 3 PM.Die festgelegte Besprechungszeit ist auf 15 Uhr angesetzt.
3.

stability

fixed in position or state
  • The jewels were set in gold.Die Juwelen wurden in Gold festgesetzt.
4.

determination

determined to do something
  • She was set on winning the race.Sie war entschlossen, das Rennen zu gewinnen.

Expressions with set: examples in English and translations in German

einrichten
vorbereiten
They set up the equipment for the concert.
bereit
startklar
We are all set for the trip.
absetzen
The bus set down passengers at the station.
betreten
She never set foot in that house again.
die Uhr zurückstellen
die Zeit zurückdrehen
Remember to set back the clock before you go to bed.
anzünden
The vandals set fire to the abandoned building.

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

Noun
dieEinstellungnf.

We loved the peace and tranquility of the remote farm setting.

Wir liebten den Frieden und die Ruhe der abgelegenen Farm Einstellung.

dieUmgebungnf.

No one likes to be bossed around in a casual setting.

Niemand mag es, in einer lockeren Umgebung schikaniert zu werden.

derRahmennm.

They had to create a suitable setting for the upcoming presentation.

Sie mussten einen passenden Rahmen für die bevorstehende Präsentation schaffen.

dieEinrichtungnf.

The rustic setting is welcoming and creates a warm and family atmosphere.

Die rustikale Einrichtung ist gemütlich und vermittelt eine warme Atmosphäre.

Setzenn.

Sustaining motivation at work often comes from setting clear goals.

Anhaltende Motivation bei der Arbeit kommt oft vom Setzen klarer Ziele.

Einstellenn.

You can modify these alerts and others by setting their metrics.

Diese und andere Alerts können Sie durch Einstellen ihrer Metriken ändern.

dieLagenf.

Moreover, the toucan club is a beautiful and peaceful setting.

Darüber hinaus ist der Tukan Club eine schöne und ruhige Lage.

dieKulissenf.

The links provided a perfect setting for our annual golf outing.

Der Linkskurs bot die perfekte Kulisse für unser jährliches Golfturnier.

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Other translations for setting:

  • Atmosphärenf.
  • Ortnm.
  • Milieunn.
  • Untergangnm.

setting: Examples and translations in context

The software update wiped the whole caboodle, every file and personal setting included.

Das Softwareupdate löschte das ganze Programm, jede Datei und alle persönlichen Einstellungen.

Assign a frequently used function or preferred setting to this button.

Weisen Sie dieser Taste eine häufig genutzte Funktion oder Einstellung zu.

This setting determines who can pick up items on the ground.

Diese Einstellung legt fest, wer Items vom Boden aufheben kann.

The mydbell app offers the appropriate setting for every single situation.

Die mydbell-App bietet für jede Situation am Computer die passende Einstellung.

Very welcoming, the setting is ideal for a good time.

Sehr einladend, ist die Einstellung für eine gute Zeit ideal.

The setting is phenomenal and the surrounding villages mb much visited.

Die Einstellung ist phänomenal und die umliegenden Dörfer mb viel besucht.

The house is a lovely design and the setting just beautiful.

Das Haus ist ein schönes Design und die Einstellung einfach schön.

The new setting will take affect for newly assigned clients only.

Die neue Einstellung wirkt sich nur auf neu zugewiesene Clients aus.

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