die Ausreise, -n
departure
Definition & meaning
The word Ausreise refers to the act of leaving a country, specifically by crossing a national border. It is commonly used in administrative, legal, and travel contexts to describe the process of exiting a territory, such as passing through customs or passport control.
While it can simply mean departing for a vacation, it is often used in official contexts regarding visas, residency permits, or emigration.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a feminine noun (die Ausreise). Its plural form is die Ausreisen.
It is a compound noun formed from two parts:
- aus: a preposition or prefix meaning "out" or "out of".
- Reise: a noun meaning "journey", "trip", or "travel".
The corresponding verb is ausreisen, which means to leave a country or to depart across a border.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Abfahrt: Refers generally to a departure, usually by a vehicle like a car or train.
- Abflug: Specifically refers to a departure by plane.
- Fortgang: A more formal term for leaving or going away.
- Emigration: Used when the departure involves moving to another country permanently.
Antonyms:
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Examples
Die Ausreise aus dem Land ist kompliziert.noun
The departure from the country is complicated.
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