Usage Note
Sollwert is the desired or nominal value in a process or measurement, contrasted with Istwert (actual value). Common in engineering, process control and accounting.
Examples
"Der Istwert weicht vom Sollwert um fünf Grad ab."
Natural Translation
The actual value deviates from the target value by five degrees.
Literal Translation
The actual-value deviates from-the target-value by five degrees.
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