Jul 9, 2003 15:58
21 yrs ago
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German term

Entstehung

German to English Tech/Engineering
Die Entstehung von Kondensationsstellen ist durch geeignete Isolierung sicherzustellen.
I think he is saying: proper insulation is safely placed at condensation sites. Right?
Proposed translations (English)
4 +3 surely it's the reverse...
4 The occurrence of...

Proposed translations

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surely it's the reverse...

by means of suitable insulation you can prevent condensation occurring...
Literally - the emergence of points of condensation should be prevented (in the sense of protected against) by suitable insulation
Peer comment(s):

agree Kim Metzger : Entstehung - formation of condensation
2 mins
agree Bernard Myers : Strange use of the word "sicherstellen," don't you think?
3 mins
agree Pat Jenner (X) : The use of the verb 'sicherstellen' is rather confusing, but it's clear that the whole point of insulation is to prevent condensation
4 mins
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The occurrence of...

...condensation sites is to be ensured by using appropriate insulation.

That is what I understand.

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Note added at 2003-07-09 16:09:28 (GMT)
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It doesn\'t make much sense, however. I would have thought you would want to prevent condensation through insulation not the other way around.
Peer comment(s):

neutral sylvie malich (X) : i believe you misunderstood
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