Meaning 1neutral · 82%
A fact or conclusion established after an examination.
Natural examples
Der Befund zeigt eine leichte Entzündung.
The finding shows mild inflammation.
Die Ärztin erklärt den Befund in einfachen Worten.
The doctor explains the result in simple terms.
Der Befund lag am nächsten Tag vor.
By the next day, the finding was available.
Usage note
Befund is common in medical or technical contexts: record, receive, or report a finding.
Mini-lesson: Befund
A fact or conclusion established after an examination. Befund is common in medical or technical contexts: record, receive, or report a finding.
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