noun

die Einbuße, -n

loss

Ein Verlust oder eine Verringerung von Geld, Wert oder Leistung, oft durch ein Ereignis oder eine Entscheidung.

The German word "Einbuße" is a noun that means "loss" or "detriment". It is derived from the verb "einbüßen," which means "to lose" or "to forfeit," incorporating the related idea of incurring a loss. "Einbuße" is often used in contexts referring to financial losses, reductions in quality, or disadvantages incurred. Similar words in German include "Verlust" (loss) and "Abschlag" (deduction). While "Verlust" is a more general term for any kind of loss, "Einbuße" tends to carry a connotation of loss associated with depreciation or sacrifice.

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Examples

Die Firma musste eine große Einbuße hinnehmen.noun

The company had to accept a large loss.

Nach dem Sturm gab es viele Einbußen für die Bauern.noun

After the storm there were many losses for the farmers.

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