die Grundeinstellung
Translation
default setting, basic setting, basic attitude, fundamental mindset
Examples
Bitte ändern Sie die Grundeinstellungen nicht.
Please do not change the default settings.
Er hat eine positive Grundeinstellung zum Leben.
He has a positive basic attitude towards life.
Grammar Patterns
to change the default settings You can change the default settings in the menu.
to have a basic attitude She has an optimistic basic attitude.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Standardeinstellung (standard setting), Voreinstellung (preset), Grundhaltung (basic attitude)
Etymology
Composed of 'Grund' (ground, basic) and 'Einstellung' (setting, attitude). Literally 'basic setting' or 'basic attitude'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'ground' settings on which a program is built, or the 'ground' attitude on which a personality is based. It has both a technical and a psychological meaning.