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“radiation” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃtʁaːlʊŋ/

Example

Die Strahlung aus dem Gerät ist gering.

The radiation from the device is low.

Illustration for Strahlung (radiation)

How to say “radiation” in German

“Radiation” in German is Strahlung.

A source sends out beams that carry energy through space, whether the beams are visible light or invisible particles.

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

Example sentences with Strahlung

Bei der Messung der Strahlung wurden erhöhte Werte festgestellt.

During the measurement of radiation, elevated levels were detected.

Tips for using Strahlung

  • German uses Strahlung broadly for electromagnetic and particle radiation, so the precise type is often named in compounds such as UV-Strahlung or Sonnenstrahlung.

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