intangible

• Bezeichnet etwas, das nicht physisch berührt oder gemessen werden kann; oft im Sinne von abstrakten Qualitäten wie Gefühlen, Rechten oder Werten. Auch für schwer fassbare oder ungreifbare Dinge.

Describes something that cannot be physically touched or measured, often referring to abstract qualities like feelings, rights, or value.

1. Not physically touchableB2formal

   Something that cannot be physically touched or grasped; abstract.

   Immateriell

   • Trust is an intangible asset in any relationship.
   • The value of a brand is often intangible.
   • Ideas are intangible but can have a huge impact.

   Synonymeabstractimmaterialimpalpableincorporealuntouchable

   Antonymeconcretematerialphysicaltangibletouchable

2. Difficult to define or measureC1formal

   Something that is not easily defined, measured, or quantified.

   Nichttastbar

   • The intangible benefits of meditation include peace of mind.
   • Her contribution to the team was intangible but invaluable.
   • The company's culture is an intangible factor in its success.

   Synonymeabstractelusiveimpalpableindefinablenebulousvague

   Antonymeclearconcretedefinitemeasurablequantifiablespecifictangible

• Substantiv, das etwas bezeichnet, das sich nicht physisch anfassen oder mit den Sinnen wahrnehmen lässt; häufig in Wirtschaft, Recht oder Philosophie verwendet für Vermögenswerte, Eigenschaften oder Konzepte ohne physische Substanz.

A noun referring to something that cannot be physically touched or perceived by touch, often used in business, law, or philosophy to describe assets, qualities, or concepts that lack physical substance.

1. Intangible assetC1formal

   An asset that is not physical in nature, such as intellectual property, goodwill, or brand recognition.

   Immaterieller Vermögenswert

   • The company's most valuable intangible is its brand reputation.
   • Intangibles like patents and trademarks are crucial for tech firms.
   • Accountants must carefully evaluate intangibles during mergers.

   Synonymeintangible asset

2. Abstract conceptC1formal

   Something that cannot be touched or physically perceived, such as an idea or feeling.

   Immaterielles

   • Love and trust are intangibles that define human relationships.
   • The artist tried to capture the intangible of joy in her painting.
   • Philosophers often debate the nature of intangibles like consciousness.

   Synonymeabstractabstractionconceptideaimmaterialitynotion