German Word · Intermediate
Autopoiesis
autopoiesis
Pronunciation: /aʊ̯toˈpɔɪ̯ezɪs/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "autopoiesis".
Example
Die Autopoiesis des Lebens ist eine biochemische Einmalerfindung der Evolution; aber daraus folgt nicht, daß es Würmer und Menschen geben müsse.
The autopoiesis of life is a biochemical one-off invention of evolution; but it does not follow from this that there must be worms and men.
Practice tips
- Practice Autopoiesis out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.