German Conversation · Level 75
59 words
German word
Abgang
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈapgaŋ/
Meaning
- masculine noundeparture
Example
Sein plötzlicher Abgang aus dem Haus überraschte alle.
His sudden departure from the house surprised everyone.
More examples
Beim Ende der Szene machte der Schauspieler einen dramatischen Abgang.
At the end of the scene, the actor made a dramatic exit.
Core concept
A person moving away from a place, role, or stage, often suddenly or for good.
Common phrases
einen stillen Abgang machen
make a quiet exit
der Abgang des Ministers
the minister's resignation
früher Abgang
early departure
Similar words
Abreise: Setting out for a trip or outing.
Rücktritt: Formally leaving a public office or official role.
Austritt: Ending membership in an organization or association.
Abschied: A farewell greeting or scene of parting.
Definition in German
Der Akt des Weggehens oder Verlassens, insbesondere eines endgültigen oder plötzlich vollzogenen Fortgangs.
Word origin
Abgang combines the prefix ab- meaning 'away' or 'off' with Gang, a noun related to gehen meaning 'to go'.
Usage tips
- Abgang is masculine, and its plural is Abgänge with an umlaut.