Ein flaches Prior wurde gewählt, um die Daten
A flat prior was chosen to allow the data
직역: A flat prior was chosen, in order the data
15초 만에
- Used in statistics to show objectivity.
- Means starting an analysis without bias.
- Common in academic papers and data science.
- Signals that data drives the final conclusion.
뜻
This phrase describes a statistical approach where you start an analysis without strong assumptions. It means you're letting the actual evidence from your data lead the way rather than your own prior beliefs.
주요 예문
3 / 6Writing a Master's thesis
Ein flaches Prior wurde gewählt, um die Daten für sich selbst sprechen zu lassen.
A flat prior was chosen to let the data speak for itself.
Explaining a model to a boss
Wir haben ein flaches Prior gewählt, damit unsere Erwartungen das Ergebnis nicht verfälschen.
We chose a flat prior so that our expectations don't distort the result.
Coding comment in a script
Nutze ein flaches Prior für die erste Iteration.
Use a flat prior for the first iteration.
문화적 배경
There is a strong emphasis on 'Objektivität'. Using personal pronouns like 'ich' is often seen as unprofessional in hard sciences. The passive voice is the 'shield' of the researcher. In Swiss technical contexts, precision in terminology is vital. Mixing up 'Prior' with 'Präferenz' (preference) would be seen as a lack of rigor. Even in administrative data analysis in Vienna, formal language is strictly maintained. Phrases like this appear in official government reports on statistics. The use of English loanwords like 'Prior' is a sign of being part of the international community, but they must be integrated into German grammar correctly.
Use the Passive
In German science, the passive voice ('wurde gewählt') makes you sound 10x more competent than using 'ich'.
Gender Trap
Remember that 'Prior' is masculine. 'Ein flaches Prior' is technically neuter declension, which is common in labs, but 'Der flache Prior' is the dictionary standard.
15초 만에
- Used in statistics to show objectivity.
- Means starting an analysis without bias.
- Common in academic papers and data science.
- Signals that data drives the final conclusion.
What It Means
Imagine you are a detective entering a crime scene. If you already think the butler did it, you might ignore clues pointing elsewhere. In statistics, a Prior is that 'hunch' you have before seeing the evidence. Choosing a flaches Prior (flat prior) is like saying, 'I have no idea who did it; everyone is equally suspicious.' You are giving every possibility the same weight. This allows the Daten (data) to be the main voice in your conclusion. It is the ultimate way of saying you are being objective and fair.
How To Use It
You will mostly use this in technical or academic settings. If you are writing a research paper or explaining a machine learning model, this is your go-to line. You use it to justify why your results are unbiased. In a professional meeting, you might say it to show you didn't 'cook the books' with your own expectations. It sounds very smart and mathematically grounded. Just remember that Prior is a technical term borrowed from English but integrated into German grammar.
When To Use It
Use this when you are presenting a study or a data-driven project. It is perfect for the 'Methodology' section of a thesis. If a colleague asks, 'Why did you get these specific results?', you can explain that you used a flaches Prior to ensure the data wasn't pushed in a certain direction. It’s also great for data scientists discussing Bayesian statistics over a very nerdy lunch.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this in a casual setting unless you want to see people's eyes glaze over. If you're at a bar and tell someone you chose a flaches Prior for your weekend plans, they will think you've spent too much time in the lab. It is strictly for scientific, mathematical, or highly analytical contexts. Also, avoid it if you actually *did* have strong evidence beforehand; in that case, an 'informative prior' would be more honest!
Cultural Background
Germany has a deep-seated respect for Wissenschaftlichkeit (scientific rigor). Being sachlich (objective/matter-of-fact) is a highly valued trait in professional life. By using this phrase, you are tapping into the German cultural preference for data over 'gut feelings.' It shows you value the truth of the numbers over personal opinion, which is a hallmark of German engineering and academic culture.
Common Variations
You might hear uninformatives Prior (uninformative prior) or vage Vorverteilung (vague pre-distribution). Some people also use the masculine form ein flacher Prior, as the gender of this technical loanword can vary between der and das depending on the university department!
사용 참고사항
This is a high-level C1/C2 academic expression. It requires a formal register and is almost exclusively found in written reports or technical presentations.
Use the Passive
In German science, the passive voice ('wurde gewählt') makes you sound 10x more competent than using 'ich'.
Gender Trap
Remember that 'Prior' is masculine. 'Ein flaches Prior' is technically neuter declension, which is common in labs, but 'Der flache Prior' is the dictionary standard.
예시
6Ein flaches Prior wurde gewählt, um die Daten für sich selbst sprechen zu lassen.
A flat prior was chosen to let the data speak for itself.
This is the classic academic use case for methodology sections.
Wir haben ein flaches Prior gewählt, damit unsere Erwartungen das Ergebnis nicht verfälschen.
We chose a flat prior so that our expectations don't distort the result.
Useful for justifying an objective approach in a business meeting.
Nutze ein flaches Prior für die erste Iteration.
Use a flat prior for the first iteration.
Common shorthand in data science documentation.
Ich habe ein flaches Prior für dieses Blind-Date gewählt – null Erwartungen!
I chose a flat prior for this blind date – zero expectations!
A nerdy way to say you are going in with an open mind.
Ohne ein flaches Prior wäre diese Analyse sehr voreingenommen gewesen.
Without a flat prior, this analysis would have been very biased.
Used to defend the integrity of a study.
Da wir keine Vorabinfos hatten, war ein flaches Prior die logische Wahl.
Since we had no prior info, a flat prior was the logical choice.
Explaining the 'why' behind a technical decision.
셀프 테스트
Füllen Sie die Lücke mit der richtigen Form von 'flach' und 'Prior'.
In der Studie wurde ___ ___ gewählt, um Verzerrungen zu vermeiden.
In the nominative/accusative neuter (or masculine with 'ein'), 'ein flaches Prior' is the standard way to express this in the passive voice.
Welcher Satz ist am besten für eine Masterarbeit geeignet?
Wie beschreiben Sie Ihre neutrale statistische Methode?
This sentence uses the correct passive voice, formal vocabulary ('unvoreingenommen'), and technical terms.
Ordnen Sie die Begriffe ihren Bedeutungen zu.
Begriffe: 1. Flaches Prior, 2. Daten, 3. Voreingenommenheit.
A flat prior is a neutral start, data is the evidence, and bias is what we try to avoid.
Vervollständigen Sie das Gespräch zwischen zwei Wissenschaftlern.
A: Warum nutzen wir keine informativen Prioren? B: Weil wir keine historischen Daten haben. Deshalb ___ ___ ___ ___ ___.
The passive voice 'wurde... gewählt' is the most natural fit for a methodological explanation.
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시각 학습 자료
Prior Types
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제In der Studie wurde ___ ___ gewählt, um Verzerrungen zu vermeiden.
In the nominative/accusative neuter (or masculine with 'ein'), 'ein flaches Prior' is the standard way to express this in the passive voice.
Wie beschreiben Sie Ihre neutrale statistische Methode?
This sentence uses the correct passive voice, formal vocabulary ('unvoreingenommen'), and technical terms.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
A flat prior is a neutral start, data is the evidence, and bias is what we try to avoid.
A: Warum nutzen wir keine informativen Prioren? B: Weil wir keine historischen Daten haben. Deshalb ___ ___ ___ ___ ___.
The passive voice 'wurde... gewählt' is the most natural fit for a methodological explanation.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Es ist ein Fachbegriff, der aus dem Lateinischen kommt und im Englischen wie im Deutschen in der Statistik verwendet wird.
Lieber nicht. Es klingt sehr technisch. Sagen Sie stattdessen: 'Ich bin ganz offen für alles.'
Weil die grafische Darstellung einer Gleichverteilung eine flache, horizontale Linie ist.
Ein 'informativer Prior' oder ein 'starker Prior'.
Ja, in der Fachsprache wird 'Prior' oft als Neutrum behandelt, obwohl der Duden Maskulinum bevorzugt.
Wenn man bereits sehr gute Daten aus der Vergangenheit hat, die man ignorieren würde.
Nein, sie bedeuten in der Praxis dasselbe.
'A flat prior was chosen' oder 'We used a non-informative prior'.
Ja, 'Prior' ist ein Substantiv und wird im Deutschen immer großgeschrieben.
Ja, besonders wenn sie mit Bibliotheken wie PyMC oder Stan arbeiten.
관련 표현
Informativer Prior
contrastA starting point based on strong previous evidence.
Posterior-Verteilung
builds onThe result of the analysis after combining the prior and the data.
Likelihood-Funktion
similarThe probability of the data given the parameters.
Konjugierte Prioren
specialized formPriors that make the math easier.
