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German word
Wasserversorgung
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈvasɐfɛɐ̯ˌzɔʁgʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounwater supply
Example
Die Experten sprechen über die Probleme der Wasserversorgung.
The experts are talking about the problems with the water supply.
More examples
Nach dem Unwetter war die Wasserversorgung in einigen Gemeinden beeinträchtigt.
Following the severe storm, the water supply was affected in several municipalities.
Core concept
A connected system of treatment works, reservoirs, and pipes carries clean water from its source to homes and facilities.
Common phrases
die Wasserversorgung sicherstellen
secure the water supply
private Wasserversorgung
private water supply
lokale Wasserversorgung
local water supply
Similar words
Wasser: Water in liquid form for drinking, cooking, washing, and other everyday uses.
Trinkwasser: Treated water that is safe for drinking.
Wasserleitung: A pipe or network of pipes that carries water to homes and facilities.
Definition in German
Die Versorgung von Orten und Anlagen mit Wasser, insbesondere mit Trinkwasser.
Word origin
Wasserversorgung combines Wasser, meaning water, with Versorgung, a noun formed from versorgen, meaning to provide or supply.
Usage tips
- Wasserversorgung is a formal or technical collective term, while Wasserleitung usually refers specifically to a water pipe or water line.
Other meanings
- water mainsnoun
- waterworksnoun
Opposites
- Wasserausfallwater service interruptionnoun
- Wasserknappheitwater scarcitynoun
Related words
- Wasserversorgerwater utilitynoun
- Wasserversorgungsinfrastrukturwater supply infrastructurenoun