cleanup
die Aufräumarbeit, die Aufräumarbeiten
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cleanup
Work that involves clearing away clutter, putting things away, and making rooms or places tidy again.
Nach der Feier blieb noch viel Aufräumarbeit übrig.
There was still a lot of cleanup left to do after the party.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Aufräumarbeiten |
| genitive | der Aufräumarbeit |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Aufräumarbeit | die Aufräumarbeiten |
| accusative | die Aufräumarbeit | die Aufräumarbeiten |
| dative | der Aufräumarbeit | den Aufräumarbeiten |
| genitive | der Aufräumarbeit | der Aufräumarbeiten |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Aufräumarbeit' (cleanup) is made up of 'Aufräum-' (tidying up) and 'Arbeit' (work). The first component comes from the verb 'aufräumen' (to tidy up) and indicates what kind of work is involved.
Die Aufräumarbeit nach dem Umzug dauerte den ganzen Samstag.
The cleanup after the move took all day Saturday.
'Aufräumarbeit' (cleanup) is often used with verbs such as 'anfallen' (to arise), 'beginnen' (to begin), 'erledigen' (to get done), or 'leisten' (to carry out). Quantity expressions such as 'viel' (a lot of), 'zusätzliche' (additional), or 'jede Menge' (loads of) are also common in this context.
Nach dem Fest fiel im Gemeindehaus viel Aufräumarbeit an.
There was a lot of cleanup to do in the community hall after the celebration.
'Aufräumarbeit' (cleanup) is often used in connection with special events or damage that leave a substantial amount of work to be done. Typical contexts include parties, moves, renovations, and severe weather.
Nach dem Sturm wartete auf die Helferinnen und Helfer viel Aufräumarbeit.
A lot of cleanup awaited the volunteers after the storm.
