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German word
Beseitigung
Pronunciation
IPA/bəˈzaɪ̯tɪgʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounremoval
Example
Wir müssen die Beseitigung des Problems planen.
We need to plan how to remove the problem.
More examples
Die Beseitigung von Müll ist in vielen Städten geregelt.
The disposal of waste is regulated in many cities.
Core concept
A problem, object, or obstacle is taken out of the scene so that it no longer interferes.
Common phrases
die Beseitigung von Problemen
removal of problems
die Beseitigung von Müll
disposal of waste
Similar words
Entfernung: Moving an object or obstacle away from a particular place.
Loswerden: Getting rid of something troublesome or burdensome.
Behebung: Fixing a fault or problem and restoring normal operation.
Entsorgung: Safe processing and disposal of waste or hazardous materials.
Definition in German
Die Handlung, etwas zu entfernen, zu entsorgen oder aus dem Weg zu schaffen.
Word origin
The noun Beseitigung derives from beseitigen, a verb built with the noun-forming suffix -ung to denote the act or result of clearing something away.
Usage tips
- For waste disposal, Entsorgung is often more precise than Beseitigung because it emphasizes handling waste rather than simply removing it.
Other meanings
- disposalnoun
- eliminationnoun
Opposites
- Beibehaltungretentionnoun
- Erhaltungpreservationnoun
Related words
- beseitigenremoveverb
- beseitigbarremovableadjective