der Ablauf, ¨-e
process · procedure · course · sequence
Eine Reihe von Schritten oder Ereignissen, die in einer bestimmten Ordnung nacheinander passieren.
The German word "Ablauf" is a noun that means "process," "sequence," or "course (of events)." It is made up of two parts:
- "Ab" (prefix meaning "off" or "away")
- "Lauf" (meaning "run" or "flow")
Together, "Ablauf" literally implies the "running off" or progression of something over time.
Similar words:
- Prozess (process)
- Verlauf (course, progress)
- Gang (course, flow)
Differences:
- Ablauf often emphasizes the structured sequence or order of events.
- Verlauf highlights the unfolding or development over time.
- Prozess is more formal and technical, often used in legal or scientific contexts.
- Gang is more general and can refer to movement or flow without strict order.
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Examples
Ein reibungsloser Ablauf ist für die Veranstaltung essenziell.noun
A smooth process is essential for the event.
Ein reibungsloser Ablauf ist für das Projekt entscheidend.noun
A smooth procedure is crucial for the project.
Wir besprechen heute den Ablauf der Veranstaltung.noun
Today we are discussing the course of the event.
Die Studenten haben den Ablauf des Praktikums gut verstanden.noun
The students understood the course of the internship well.
Hast du den zeitlichen Ablauf bereits geplant?noun
Have you already planned the chronological sequence?
Alle Abläufe müssen vorher genau kontrolliert werden.noun
All processes must be precisely checked beforehand.
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