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Kontrolle
In German
Kontrolle
kon-TROL-leh
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Don't Get Confused!
❌ Looks like
control
In English means: "the power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events; to determine the behavior of"
✅ Actually means
Kontrolle
check, inspection, monitoring
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Memory Tip
A German 'Kontrolle' is usually a 'check' or 'inspection' to verify something, not necessarily exerting 'control' or power over it. Think 'Kontrolle' as 'K-checking' things.
Example Sentences
1
Die Qualitätskontrolle der Proben ist sehr wichtig.
The quality control of the samples is very important.
2
Der Professor führt eine regelmäßige Kontrolle der Laborgeräte durch.
The professor carries out a regular inspection of the laboratory equipment.