Clues vs Evidence vs Hint vs Indicator vs Signal

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Clues

Top 2.000 (häufig)

Evidence

Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)A2noun

Hint

Top 2.000 (häufig)C1noun

Indicator

Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)C1noun

Signal

Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)B1noun
 CluesEvidenceHintIndicatorSignal
Aussprache🇬🇧 //kluːz//🇺🇸 //kluːz//🇬🇧 //ˈɛvɪdəns//🇺🇸 //ˈɛvɪdəns//🇬🇧 /["/hɪnt/"]/🇺🇸 /["/hɪnt/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈɪndɪkeɪtə(r)/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈɪndɪkeɪtər/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈsɪɡnəl/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈsɪɡnəl/"]/
BedeutungHints that help you solve a problem or mystery.Beweis oder Informationen, die zeigen, dass etwas wahr ist.Proof or information that shows something is true.Ein kleiner Hinweis oder eine Information.A small clue or piece of information.Etwas, das einen Zustand oder eine Situation anzeigt oder darauf hinweist.Something that shows or points out a condition or situation.Ein Zeichen oder eine Nachricht, die jemandem etwas mitteilt.A sign or message that tells someone something.
BeispielThe detective found several useful clues at the scene of the crime.The detective found important evidence at the crime scene.She gave me a subtle hint about the surprise party.The economic indicators are better than expected.The radio signal was weak, making it difficult to hear the news.
RegisterNeutralNeutralNeutralNeutralNeutral
Wie häufigTop 2.000 (häufig)Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)Top 2.000 (häufig)Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)
CEFR-Niveau-A2C1C1B1
Wortartnounnounnounnoun
Kollokationengive clues, follow clues, find clues, provide clues, search for cluesprovide evidence, gather evidence, in court as evidencebig, broad, clear, drop, give (somebody), catch, hint about, hint from, hint to, big, broad, clear, drop, give (somebody), catch, hint about, hint from, hint to, strong, barest, faint, detect, notice, sense, hint of, at the first hint of something, handy, helpful, practical, give (somebody), offer (somebody), hint about, hint onaccurate, good, reliable, be, serve as, provide (somebody with), point to something, show something, suggest something, indicator forclear, unmistakable, agreed, give (somebody), make, send, come from something, indicate something, at a signal, on a signal, signal for, railroad, railway, traffic, operate, be on red/​green, be red/​green, fail, box, failure, faint, weak, strong, carry, pass, relay, travel, fade, intensity, strength, signal from, signal to, clear, unmistakable, agreed, give (somebody), make, send, come from something, indicate something, at a signal, on a signal, signal for
Antonymeobscurity, mysterydoubt, disbelief, uncertaintyguess, certainty, statementmisleading sign, confusionnoise, silence
Häufige FehlerConfusing 'clue' as singular with 'clues' as plural., Using 'clues' in non-mystery contexts without proper explanation., Mixing 'clue' with unrelated terms like evidence.Confusing 'evidence' with 'advise' which has a different meaning., Using 'evidences' as a plural form, which is incorrect., Mixing up 'evidence' with 'evidence of' when describing specific proof.Confused with 'hint' as a noun and a verb., Using 'hint' in formal contexts where a clearer statement is better., Forgetting to use 'at' or 'about' after 'hint'.Confusing 'indicator' with 'indicator light' which is a more specific term., Using 'indicate' as a noun instead of 'indicator'., Mistaking it for a verb and using it incorrectly in sentences.Confused with 'sign' — remember 'signal' is an act of sending a message., Using the wrong preposition, e.g., 'signal to' instead of 'signal for'., Mispronunciation, often saying 'sig-nal' instead of 'sig-nuhl'.
Hinweise zur VerwendungUse 'clues' in contexts like solving puzzles or mysteries. Avoid in formal writing without proper context.Wird in formellen Kontexten wie Gerichtsverfahren oder Forschung verwendet. Vermeiden Sie es in lockeren Gesprächen, es sei denn, Sie sprechen speziell über Beweise.Used in formal contexts like court or research. Avoid in casual conversations unless specifically discussing proof.Verwenden Sie 'hint', wenn Sie etwas indirekt vorschlagen. Es ist in der Schriftsprache formeller und in der Konversation lockerer. Vermeiden Sie die Verwendung in Situationen, die eine direkte Kommunikation erfordern.Use 'hint' when suggesting something indirectly. It's more formal in writing and more casual in conversation. Avoid using it in situations that require direct communication.Wird sowohl in formellen als auch in informellen Kontexten verwendet, um auf Anzeichen oder Signale von etwas hinzuweisen. Vermeiden Sie die Verwendung in übermäßig lockerer Sprache.Used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to signs or signals of something. Avoid using in overly casual speech.Wird häufig sowohl in formellen als auch in informellen Kontexten verwendet. In technischen Umgebungen kann es sich auf elektromagnetische Signale oder Kommunikation beziehen. In sehr lockeren Gesprächen vermeiden.Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. In technical settings, it may refer to electromagnetic signals or communication. Avoid in very casual conversations.

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Häufige Fragen: Clues vs Evidence vs Hint vs Indicator vs Signal

Was ist der Unterschied zwischen Clues, Evidence, Hint, Indicator und Signal?

Clues: Hints that help you solve a problem or mystery. Evidence: Proof or information that shows something is true. Hint: A small clue or piece of information. Indicator: Something that shows or points out a condition or situation. Signal: A sign or message that tells someone something.

Kannst du zu jedem ein Beispiel zeigen?

Clues: The detective found several useful clues at the scene of the crime. Evidence: The detective found important evidence at the crime scene. Hint: She gave me a subtle hint about the surprise party. Indicator: The economic indicators are better than expected. Signal: The radio signal was weak, making it difficult to hear the news.

Kann ich Clues, Evidence, Hint, Indicator und Signal austauschbar verwenden?

Nicht immer. Clues, Evidence, Hint, Indicator und Signal sind verwandt und überschneiden sich teils, unterscheiden sich aber in Register, Häufigkeit und Verwendung, sodass ein Austausch die Bedeutung oder den Ton ändern kann. Sieh dir die Unterschiede oben an, bevor du eines ersetzt.

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