das Abgas, -e
exhaust · exhaust gas
Luft, die nach einem Verbrennungsprozess aus Motoren oder Geräten austritt und schädliche Stoffe enthält.
The German word "Abgas" is a noun that translates to "exhaust" or "exhaust gas" in English. It is made up of "ab," a prefix often indicating separation or removal, and "Gas," which means "gas". "Abgas" specifically refers to the gases emitted as waste by engines, particularly those in vehicles, through exhaust systems.
Words with similar meanings in German are "Auspuffgas" (literally "exhaust pipe gas") and "Emissionsgas" (emission gas). All these terms describe gases produced and expelled by internal combustion engines and other industrial processes. However, "Abgas" is more commonly used in automobile contexts, whereas "Emissionsgas" might be used in broader discussions about environmental impact and pollution from various sources.
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Examples
Der Motor produziert Abgas.noun
The engine produces exhaust.
Die Fabrik stößt viel Abgas aus.noun
The factory emits a lot of exhaust gas.
Autos produzieren Abgas.noun
Cars produce exhaust gas.
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