die Fassung

Plural: die Fassungen
Based on: fassen
Noun #1688 Noun
  1. the socket, the cap, the rim
  2. the countenance, the composure, the self restraint
  3. the version, the edition
1.

the socket, the cap, the rim

(Basically a "fixation device". Mainly for light bulbs and jewelery. )
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2.

the countenance, the composure, the self restraint

(Usually used in contexts of losing it and being freaked out or shocked.)
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3.

the version, the edition

(For pieces of writing, music or plays. The core idea is "framing, capturing" a story.)
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How many meanings does the German word 'Fassung' have?

Fassung has 3 distinct meanings: 1. the socket, the cap, the rim, 2. the countenance, the composure, the self restraint, 3. the version, the edition.

What is the gender of 'Fassung'?

die

What is the plural of 'Fassung'?

die Fassungen

What is 'Fassung' related to?

The word 'Fassung' is related to fassen.

Where can I learn more about 'Fassung'?

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