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“exhaust fumes” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈapˌgaːs/

Example

Die Abgase des Autos sind giftig.

The car's exhaust fumes are toxic.

Illustration for Abgas (exhaust fumes)

How to say “exhaust fumes” in German

“Exhaust fumes” in German is Abgas.

A cloud of used gas moves from an engine, furnace, or industrial process into the open air.

Full entry for Abgas: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Abgas

Geräte zur Abgasreinigung senken die Abgasbelastung in Wohngebieten.

Devices for exhaust purification reduce exhaust pollution in residential areas.

Tips for using Abgas

  • Abgas is neuter, so the definite forms are das Abgas and die Abgase; the plural is common when separate emissions are discussed.

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