der Abtransport
removal
The taking away or transporting away of people, objects, or materials from a specific place.
EXAMPLE
Der Abtransport des Bauschutts dauerte mehrere Tage.
The removal of the construction debris took several days.
der Abtransport
removal
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Meanings
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Word structure
'Abtransport' (removal) is a compound noun made from the prefix 'ab-' and the noun 'Transport' (transport). The prefix 'ab-' here emphasizes movement away from a place.
EXAMPLE
Der Abtransport der alten Möbel findet morgen statt.
The removal of the old furniture will take place tomorrow.
Sentence structure and usage pattern
The word is very often used with the preposition 'von' to say what is being taken away. The structure is: 'der Abtransport von + dative'.
EXAMPLE
Die Feuerwehr organisierte den Abtransport von gefährlichen Materialien.
The fire department organized the removal of hazardous materials.
Typical collocations
The word is often used in logistical or emergency contexts. Typical combinations are 'Abtransport von Verletzten' (removal of the injured), 'von Müll' (of garbage), or 'von Gütern' (of goods). Verbs are often 'organisieren' (organize), 'sicherstellen' (ensure), or 'verzögern' (delay).
EXAMPLE
Der schnelle Abtransport der Verletzten war entscheidend.
The quick removal of the injured was crucial.
Compare with
Abtransport vs Transport
transport
Transport generally refers to moving people or things between two places. Abtransport, on the other hand, emphasizes that they are being taken away from a specific starting point. When the removal is important, Abtransport is the appropriate word; otherwise, Transport is more neutral.
Abtransport
Der Abtransport der Geräte vom alten Standort beginnt um acht Uhr.
The removal of the equipment from the old location begins at eight o’clock.
Transport
Der Transport der Geräte zum neuen Standort dauert zwei Stunden.
Transporting the equipment to the new location will take two hours.
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