Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft
The representativeness of the sample was verified
Literally: {"Die":"The","Repr\u00e4sentativit\u00e4t":"representativeness","der":"of the","Stichprobe":"sample","wurde":"was","\u00fcberpr\u00fcft":"checked\/verified"}
In 15 Seconds
- Confirms a sample accurately mirrors a larger group.
- Used in formal research and reports.
- Ensures data is unbiased and reliable.
- Too technical for casual chats.
Meaning
Basically, it's a fancy way of saying "We checked if our test group actually looks like the whole group we're talking about." Think of it like tasting a spoonful of soup to see if the whole pot is seasoned right. If the spoonful (the `Stichprobe`) is representative, then you know the whole pot (the `Grundgesamtheit`) is probably good. It's a crucial step to make sure your findings aren't just a fluke or biased towards a specific subgroup. The vibe is serious and scientific, but it's all about ensuring fairness and accuracy.
Key Examples
3 of 12Presenting research findings
Bevor wir die Ergebnisse diskutieren, möchte ich betonen, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde.
Before we discuss the results, I want to emphasize that the representativeness of the sample was verified.
Academic paper abstract
Die Studie untersuchte X; die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft, um Verzerrungen zu minimieren.
The study examined X; the representativeness of the sample was verified to minimize biases.
Data analysis report
Unsere statistische Auswertung ist valide, da die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde.
Our statistical evaluation is valid because the representativeness of the sample was verified.
Cultural Background
In German universities, there is a strong emphasis on 'Methodenlehre' (methodology). Students are often graded more on their process than their results. News outlets like ARD and ZDF often explain the methodology of their polls to maintain public trust, using this exact phrase. In Switzerland, where frequent referendums occur, the representativeness of pre-vote polls is a major topic of public debate. Austria has a high density of market research institutes that pride themselves on 'Österreich-Repräsentativität'.
Use the Genitive
Always use 'der Stichprobe' (genitive) instead of 'von der Stichprobe' to sound like a native C1 speaker.
Don't Overuse
This is a high-level academic phrase. Using it in a casual email to a friend will sound very strange.
In 15 Seconds
- Confirms a sample accurately mirrors a larger group.
- Used in formal research and reports.
- Ensures data is unbiased and reliable.
- Too technical for casual chats.
What It Means
This phrase is all about data and research. It means someone has gone through the effort to make sure the group they studied is a good mini-version of the larger group they want to know about. Imagine you're surveying people about a new app. You don't want to *only* ask teenagers if you want to know what *everyone* thinks, right? That's where checking Repräsentativität comes in. It confirms your findings aren't skewed.
How To Use It
You'll hear this in reports, academic papers, or serious discussions about research. It's a statement of fact, confirming a methodological step. It's not something you'd casually drop into a chat about your weekend plans. Think of it as a seal of approval for the data's quality. It's like saying, "Yep, our homework is solid!"
Formality & Register
This is definitely formal language. You'll find it in scientific journals, official reports, and academic presentations. It sounds super serious, and it is! Using it in casual chat would be like wearing a tuxedo to a barbecue – a bit much, unless you're going for ironic humor. It signals a high level of academic or professional rigor.
Real-Life Examples
- In a market research report: "Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft, bevor die Ergebnisse veröffentlicht wurden." (The representativeness of the sample was verified before the results were published.)
- In a scientific paper abstract: "Die statistische Analyse basiert auf einer Stichprobe, deren Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde."
- During a PhD defense Q&A: "Können Sie uns versichern, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde?" (Can you assure us that the representativeness of the sample was verified?)
- In a data science presentation: "Unsere Analysen sind robust, da die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde."
When To Use It
Use this when you need to formally state that a sample accurately reflects a larger population. This is common in academic writing, research proposals, statistical analyses, and official reports. It's a key phrase in fields like sociology, psychology, political science, and market research. If you're presenting findings that need to be taken seriously, this phrase adds weight. It's like adding a little 'verified' badge to your data.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this in everyday conversations, casual emails, or texting friends. Saying "Hey, the representativeness of my pizza toppings sample was verified" sounds bizarre! It's too technical and stiff for informal settings. It's like using a chainsaw to cut a birthday cake – overkill and slightly alarming. Stick to simpler terms like "checked" or "confirmed" in relaxed contexts.
Common Mistakes
- ✗ "Die Stichprobe Repräsentativität wurde überprüft." → ✓ "Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft."
(Word order error, sounds like a robot trying to speak German.)
- ✗ "Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe ist überprüft."
→ ✓ "Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft."
(Using 'ist' instead of 'wurde' makes it sound like the state of being checked, not the action of checking.)
- ✗ "Die Stichprobe war repräsentativ, wurde überprüft."
→ ✓ "Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft."
(Confusing the state with the verification process.)
Common Variations
Die Stichprobe ist repräsentativ.(The sample is representative.) - Simpler, states the conclusion.Wir haben die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe geprüft/kontrolliert.(We checked/controlled the representativeness of the sample.) - More active, less formal.Die Stichprobe wurde auf Repräsentativität untersucht.(The sample was examined for representativeness.) - Slightly different phrasing, same core idea.Die Stichprobe bildet die Grundgesamtheit gut ab.(The sample reflects the population well.) - More descriptive and less technical.
Real Conversations
Speaker 1: "Hast du die Ergebnisse der Umfrage schon analysiert?"
Speaker 2: "Ja, aber erst nachdem die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde. Ich will sichergehen, dass die Daten valide sind."
Speaker 1: "Gute Idee. Bei der letzten Umfrage hatten wir da Probleme."
Speaker 1: "So, die neue Studie ist fertig!"
Speaker 2: "Super! Und, die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft?"
Speaker 1: "Aber natürlich! Ohne das geht ja gar nichts."
Quick FAQ
- Is this phrase common in everyday German?
- Can I use this in a casual email?
- What if my sample *isn't* representative?
- Does this apply to online surveys too?
Usage Notes
This phrase is strictly for formal, academic, or scientific contexts. Using it in everyday conversation would sound excessively technical and out of place. Ensure you are discussing research methodology or statistical analysis before employing this term.
Use the Genitive
Always use 'der Stichprobe' (genitive) instead of 'von der Stichprobe' to sound like a native C1 speaker.
Don't Overuse
This is a high-level academic phrase. Using it in a casual email to a friend will sound very strange.
The 'Stich' Metaphor
Remember the 'spoon in the soup' metaphor to explain this to others; it's a very common way Germans visualize it.
Examples
12Bevor wir die Ergebnisse diskutieren, möchte ich betonen, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde.
Before we discuss the results, I want to emphasize that the representativeness of the sample was verified.
Used here to preface findings, assuring the audience of the data's validity.
Die Studie untersuchte X; die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft, um Verzerrungen zu minimieren.
The study examined X; the representativeness of the sample was verified to minimize biases.
Standard phrasing in scientific contexts to highlight methodological rigor.
Unsere statistische Auswertung ist valide, da die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde.
Our statistical evaluation is valid because the representativeness of the sample was verified.
Connects the verification directly to the reliability of the analysis.
Im Rahmen der Methodik wurde sichergestellt, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde.
As part of the methodology, it was ensured that the representativeness of the sample was verified.
Highlights this check as a crucial part of the research process.
Unser neues Paper ist da! 📄 Wichtig war uns, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde. #Sozialwissenschaften #Forschung
Our new paper is out! 📄 It was important to us that the representativeness of the sample was verified. #SocialSciences #Research
Adapting formal language for a slightly more public, yet still academic, audience on social media.
Ein entscheidender Schritt bei jeder Umfrage: die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft, bevor wir die Schlüsse zogen.
A crucial step in any survey: the representativeness of the sample was verified before we drew conclusions.
Used to educate readers on best practices in survey methodology.
In meinem letzten Projekt war es essenziell, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde, um valide Marktdaten zu erhalten.
In my last project, it was essential that the representativeness of the sample was verified to obtain valid market data.
Demonstrates understanding of research principles in a professional setting.
✗ Ich hab' geguckt, ob die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft, bevor ich die Pizza bestellt hab'. → ✓ Hab' die Pizza probiert, schmeckt gut!
✗ I checked if the representativeness of the sample was verified before I ordered the pizza. → ✓ Tried the pizza, tastes good!
This is a humorous example of using the phrase in a completely inappropriate, overly formal context.
✗ Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe ist überprüft. → ✓ Die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft.
✗ The representativeness of the sample is verified. → ✓ The representativeness of the sample was verified.
Using 'ist' implies a static state rather than the active process of verification ('wurde überprüft').
Für diese Studie war es entscheidend, dass die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde, um die Stimmen aller wirklich zu hören.
For this study, it was crucial that the representativeness of the sample was verified to truly hear the voices of everyone.
Connects the technical verification to the human element of inclusivity.
Wir haben die Daten gesammelt und die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft.
We collected the data and the representativeness of the sample was verified.
While grammatically correct, it lacks specifics. A better informal version might be 'We checked if the sample was good.'
Ein wichtiger Unterschied zu anderen Ansätzen ist, dass hier die Repräsentativität der Stichprobe wurde überprüft wurde, was die Ergebnisse stärkt.
An important difference from other approaches is that here the representativeness of the sample was verified, which strengthens the results.
Used to highlight a strength or advantage of a particular research methodology.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing genitive article.
Die Repräsentativität ____ Stichprobe wurde überprüft.
Stichprobe is feminine, and the genitive feminine article is 'der'.
Which sentence is the most formal and correct?
How do you say 'The sample's representativeness was checked' in a scientific paper?
This uses the correct passive voice, genitive case, and formal vocabulary.
Match the German terms with their English meanings.
Match the following:
These are the core technical terms used in the phrase.
Complete the dialogue in a formal setting.
Professor: 'Können wir den Daten trauen?' Student: 'Ja, ____.'
This is the most appropriate formal response in an academic context.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDie Repräsentativität ____ Stichprobe wurde überprüft.
Stichprobe is feminine, and the genitive feminine article is 'der'.
How do you say 'The sample's representativeness was checked' in a scientific paper?
This uses the correct passive voice, genitive case, and formal vocabulary.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the core technical terms used in the phrase.
Professor: 'Können wir den Daten trauen?' Student: 'Ja, ____.'
This is the most appropriate formal response in an academic context.
🎉 Score: /4
Video Tutorials
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Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsYes, but 'überprüft' sounds more thorough and is more common in academic writing.
No, it can be for products, data points, or even water samples in a lab.
Because 'Stichprobe' is feminine and the phrase uses the genitive case to show possession/relationship.
Only if you are discussing news or science. It's not for grocery shopping!
Related Phrases
Die Daten wurden bereinigt
similarThe data was cleaned.
Eine Zufallsauswahl treffen
builds onTo make a random selection.
Die Fehlermarge berechnen
similarTo calculate the margin of error.
Verzerrte Ergebnisse
contrastBiased/skewed results.
