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storage
The safe storing or keeping of objects in order to protect them from loss, theft, or damage.
Die Aufbewahrung wichtiger Dokumente sollte an einem feuerfesten Ort erfolgen.
Important documents should be stored in a fireproof place.
storage area
A place where you can temporarily hand in and store items, for example a cloakroom or a locker.
Sie können Ihre Koffer an der Aufbewahrung am Bahnhof abgeben.
You can leave your suitcases at the luggage storage area at the train station.
The word is derived from the verb 'aufbewahren' (to store / keep). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a noun. 'Aufbewahren' itself means to store something safely so that it does not get lost or damaged.
Bitte beachten Sie die Hinweise zur korrekten Aufbewahrung des Medikaments.
Please follow the instructions for the correct storage of the medication.
The meaning depends on the context. If people are talking about the process of storing something, the first meaning is meant. If the word refers to a concrete place such as a counter or room, the second meaning is meant.
Die Aufbewahrung von Lebensmitteln im Kühlschrank ist wichtig.
Storing food in the refrigerator is important.
When it refers to the process of storing, 'Aufbewahrung' (storage) is often combined with adjectives such as 'sicher' (safe), 'trocken' (dry), 'kühl' (cool), or 'getrennt' (separate).
Für eine sichere Aufbewahrung Ihrer Wertsachen können Sie unseren Hotelsafe nutzen.
For safe storage of your valuables, you can use our hotel safe.
As a place, 'Aufbewahrung' (storage area) is typically found at train stations, airports, in museums, or in theaters. The word 'Gepäckaufbewahrung' (luggage storage) is also often used.
Die Aufbewahrung für Rucksäcke befindet sich im Eingangsbereich des Museums.
The storage area for backpacks is located in the museum's entrance area.
accommodation
Both words can refer to objects being placed in a particular location. Unterbringung primarily emphasizes placing or storing something, while Aufbewahrung additionally highlights secure storage for later use. If the focus is only on the designated place, Unterbringung is appropriate; when protection against loss or damage is important, Aufbewahrung is the better choice.
Für die Aufbewahrung der Koffer schloss das Hotel den Abstellraum ab.
The hotel locked the storage room where the suitcases were kept.
Für die Unterbringung der Koffer stellte das Hotel einen Abstellraum bereit.
The hotel provided a storage room for the suitcases.
