der Abbau, /analysis
dismantling · extraction · mining · removal · dismantle
Dies beschreibt den Vorgang, wenn etwas kleiner wird, weniger wird oder komplett entfernt wird. Es kann sich auf Material in der Natur oder auf Personal in einer Firma beziehen.
The German word "Abbau" is a noun composed of two parts:
- "Ab" meaning "off" or "down"
- "Bau" meaning "construction" or "building"
Abbau generally means dismantling, decomposition, or reduction. It can refer to the process of taking something apart, reducing levels (like staff or resources), or breaking down substances (e.g., chemical "Abbau").
Similar words:
- Rückbau (dismantling, especially of buildings)
- Abtragung (removal or erosion)
- Reduktion (reduction)
Differences:
- Abbau emphasizes the process of breaking down or removing parts gradually or systematically.
- Rückbau often refers more specifically to the dismantling of structures with the aim of restoring a site.
- Reduktion is a more general term for reduction, often quantitative without implying physical dismantling.
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Examples
Der Abbau der Anlage beginnt nächste Woche.noun
The dismantling of the plant begins next week.
Ein effektiver Abbau von Ressourcen erfordert gute Planung.noun
An effective extraction of resources requires good planning.
Der Abbau von Kohle ist umstritten.noun
The mining of coal is controversial.
Beim Abbau entstehen neue Möglichkeiten.noun
During the dismantling, new opportunities arise.
Nach dem Abbau entstanden mehrere kleine Hügel auf dem Gelände.noun
After the removal, several small hills formed on the site.
Wie lange dauert der Abbau der Maschinen normalerweise?noun
How long does the dismantling of the machines usually take?
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