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Zusammenfassung

summary, synopsis, abstract

noun tsoo-ZAM-men-fas-soong Rare
Communication Speech

Usage Note

Zusammenfassung condenses the key points of a speech or text; eine kurze Zusammenfassung geben means to give a brief summary. It differs from Fazit (evaluative conclusion) by being neutral and descriptive.

Examples

"Zum Abschluss gab der Referent eine kurze Zusammenfassung der wichtigsten Punkte."

Natural Translation

In conclusion the presenter gave a brief summary of the key points.

Literal Translation

To the conclusion gave the presenter a brief summary of the most important points.

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