Auswertbar

Auswertbar is a German adjective that denotes something capable of being analyzed, evaluated, or processed to yield information. It is commonly applied to data, results, or material that can be subjected to statistical analysis, interpretation, or systematic evaluation. Conversely, data or materials that are not auswertbar lack sufficient quality, completeness, or structure to permit valid analysis.

Etymology and nuance: Auswertbar is formed from the verb auswerten (to analyze, evaluate) with the suffix -bar, which signals capability. The term is closely related to auswertung (the evaluation) and to synonyms such as analysierbar or interpretierbar, though it emphasizes practical analyzability and the potential to derive evaluative conclusions from the information.

Usage and context: The word appears frequently in scientific reporting, data management, and quality control. Phrases like die Messdaten sind auswertbar or nur auswertbare Daten wurden in die Statistik aufgenommen illustrate its typical use. It is important to distinguish auswertbar from concepts like interpretierbar or analysierbar, which can carry slightly different emphasis, with auswertbar focusing on the feasibility of producing usable results.

Limitations: The designation does not guarantee quality or validity; data may be technically auswertbar yet biased or flawed. In such cases, researchers may label the data as nicht auswertbar or mangelhafte Daten.

Related terms: auswerten, Auswertung, analysierbar, interpretierbar, Datenqualität.