die Abschaltung, -en
shutdown
The German word "Abschaltung" is a noun that means "shutdown" or "disconnection." It is made up of the prefix "Ab-" meaning "off" or "away," and the noun "Schaltung," which means "switching" or "circuit." "Abschaltung" typically refers to the act of turning something off, such as a machine, system, or electronic device.
Similar words in German include "Abschaltvorgang" (shutdown process) and "Stilllegung" (decommissioning).
The primary difference is that "Stilllegung" often implies a more permanent cessation of operation, usually in the context of systems that are decommissioned, while "Abschaltung" can refer to a temporary or regular shutdown.
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Examples
Die Abschaltung der Maschine dauerte länger als erwartet.noun
The shutdown of the machine took longer than expected.
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