noun

der Ausgang, ¨-e

exit

Eine Stelle, durch die man ein Gebäude, einen Raum oder ein Gelände verlassen kann.

The German word "Ausgang" is a noun derived from the verb "ausgehen" which means "to go out." "Aus-" is a prefix meaning "out," and "Gang" is related to walking or paths. "Ausgang" implies an exit or a way out of a place. Similar words in German include "Exit" (often used in signage for an emergency exit), "Abgang" (which can relate to a departure or descent), and "Notausgang" (emergency exit).

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Examples

Der Ausgang befindet sich am Ende des Flurs.noun

The exit is located at the end of the hallway.

Am Ausgang warten viele Menschen.noun

At the exit, many people are waiting.

Der Ausgang befindet sich auf der linken Seite.noun

The exit is on the left side.

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