der Benchmark
Translation
benchmark, standard, point of reference, yardstick
Examples
Wir nutzen diesen Wert als Benchmark.
We use this value as a benchmark.
Die Firma setzt einen neuen Benchmark in der Branche.
The company is setting a new benchmark in the industry.
Der Test dient dem Benchmark der Prozessoren.
The test serves as the benchmark for the processors.
Grammar Patterns
((as)) a benchmark ((to serve/use)) to serve/use as a benchmark We use this value as a benchmark.
((to set)) a benchmark to set a benchmark The company is setting a new benchmark.
Similar Words
Synonyms: standard, yardstick, measure, criterion
Etymology
From English 'bench' + 'mark'. Originally a surveyor's mark cut into a stone to provide a reference point.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'mark' on a 'bench' that serves as a standard point for measurement. It's a direct loanword, so it's easy to remember.