Vokabular
vocabulary (of a person or field)
noun fo-ka-bu-LAHR Rare
Origin: from Latin vocabularium
Usage Note
Vokabular refers to the vocabulary repertoire of an individual or domain. It is slightly more formal than Wortschatz and is often used in combinations like Fachvokabular (specialist vocabulary) or aktives/passives Vokabular.
Examples
"Das Vokabular eines Arztes unterscheidet sich stark von dem eines Juristen."
Natural Translation
A doctor's vocabulary differs greatly from that of a lawyer.
Literal Translation
The vocabulary of a doctor differs greatly from that of a lawyer.
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