todimensionelle

Todimensionelle is a German-language term used to describe objects, representations, or models that have two spatial dimensions. In contemporary German, the more common and preferred term for this concept is zweidimensional (and the noun form Zweidimensionalität). Todimensionelle appears mainly as a less standard or older form and is often considered a nonstandard variant or a direct calque from English in some niche texts.

Etymology and usage notes

Todimensionelle is built from the elements for two (often interpreted as two) and dimensional, mirroring the English two-dimensional. Its use is regional and context dependent; in formal or technical writing, zweidimensional is generally recommended. When todimensionelle appears, it is usually as an attributive adjective before a feminine or plural noun, such as eine todimensionelle Fläche or todimensionelle Darstellungen, though exact inflection may vary with the noun.

Contexts

Todimensionelle occurs in mathematics, computer graphics, physics, and geometry to denote planar, non- volumetric concepts. Examples include two-dimensional representations, projections onto a plane, or surfaces that extend in two directions only. In these contexts, it contrasts with ein- oder ein- dimensional descriptions such as eine eindimensionale Linie or eine dreidimensionale Raum.

See also

Zweidimensionalität; Zweidimensional; 2D; three-dimensional (3D). For precise terminology, consult standard German usage in mathematics, computer science, or physics references, which typically favor zweidimensional and related terms.