German Conversation · Level 79
59 words
German word
Stromversorgung
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʃtʁoːmfɛɐ̯ˌzɔʁgʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounpower supply
Example
Bei uns ist die Stromversorgung unterbrochen.
The power supply at our place has been interrupted.
More examples
In ländlichen Gebieten ist die Stromversorgung oft weniger zuverlässig.
In rural areas, the power supply is often less reliable.
Core concept
A connected electrical source and network feeding a device, building, or larger system.
Common phrases
die lokale Stromversorgung ausbauen
expand the local power supply
stabile Stromversorgung aufrechterhalten
maintain a stable power supply
Similar words
Stromausfall: A period when the supply of electricity is interrupted.
Elektrizität: Electricity as energy that produces light, heat, or motion.
Stromnetz: A network that carries electricity from power plants to homes and factories.
Energieversorgung: A system that supplies energy such as electricity, gas, or heat.
Definition in German
Die Bereitstellung elektrischer Energie für Geräte, Gebäude oder Systeme.
Word origin
The compound combines German Strom, meaning 'electricity' or 'current', with Versorgung, meaning 'provision' or 'supply', from versorgen, 'to provide for'.
Usage tips
- Stromversorgung names the supply system or its provision, while Stromausfall names an interruption of that supply.
Opposites
- Stromausfallpower outagenoun
Related words
- Versorgungsunternehmenutility companynoun
- Versorgungssicherheitsecurity of supplynoun