Abbau/ˈapˌbaʊ̯/dismantling; reduction; mining
Abbau is a German noun that means dismantling, reduction, or mining. It is pronounced /ˈapˌbaʊ̯/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Abbaue".
Definitions
1.the process of taking something apart, dismantling(industry; general)
a.removal or dismantling of structures or technical equipment
Der Abbau des alten Gebäudes dauerte mehrere Wochen.—The dismantling of the old building took several weeks.
2.reduction or depletion of something(society, economy, science)
a.decline or reduction (e.g. staff, reserves, resources)
Der Abbau von Arbeitsplätzen ist ein großes Problem.—The reduction of jobs is a big problem.
3.extraction or breakdown (of raw materials or substances)(mining, chemistry, biology)
a.extraction of minerals or resources
Der Abbau von Kohle prägt die Region seit Jahrzehnten.—The mining of coal has shaped the region for decades.
b.biological or chemical decomposition
Der Abbau von Zucker erfolgt durch Enzyme im Körper.—The breakdown of sugar occurs through enzymes in the body.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Abbau | die Abbaue |
| Genitive | des Abbaus | der Abbaue |
| Dative | dem Abbau | den Abbauen |
| Accusative | den Abbau | die Abbaue |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Abbau" mean in English?
- "Abbau" means dismantling, reduction, or mining. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Abbau"?
- "Abbau" is pronounced /ˈapˌbaʊ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Abbau" der, die, or das?
- "Abbau" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Abbau"?
- The plural of "Abbau" is "Abbaue".
- What part of speech is "Abbau"?
- "Abbau" is a noun in German.
