German word

Entlastung

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛntˈlastʊŋ/

Meaning

  • feminine nounrelief

Example

Die Entlastung der Familien durch das neue Gesetz ist deutlich spürbar.

The new law is clearly providing relief for families.

Illustration for Entlastung (relief)

More examples

Eine kurze Pause bringt oft Entlastung im Alltag.

A short break often brings relief in everyday life.

Core concept

Pressure on a person, budget, or duty drops when an added support or formal release removes part of the load.

Common phrases

  • Entlastung im Alltag

    relief in everyday life

  • psychische Entlastung

    psychological relief

Similar words

Erleichterung: A lessening of worry or strain that brings a feeling of ease.
Unterstützung: Concrete support from a person or organization during a difficult time.
Hilfe: Help given to someone who is dealing with trouble or need.

Definition in German

Entlastung bezeichnet die Verminderung oder Beseitigung einer Belastung durch Hilfe oder Maßnahmen.

Word origin

The German noun Entlastung comes from entlasten, a derivative of Last, 'burden', with ent- expressing removal and -ung forming an action noun.

Usage tips

  • In business language, die Entlastung des Vorstands is the formal approval of the board's management for a past financial year.

Other meanings

  • easingnoun
  • dischargenoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Entlastungsmaßnahmerelief measurenoun
  • entlastetrelievedadjective

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