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armament
The expansion and modernization of a state's military equipment, especially through the acquisition of new weapons and technologies.
Die politische Spannung führte zu einer massiven Aufrüstung beider Länder.
The political tension led to massive armament in both countries.
'Aufrüstung' (armament/upgrade) is the nominalization of the separable verb 'aufrüsten' (to arm/up, to upgrade). The verb means to improve or increase equipment. The ending '-ung' describes the process or result of this action.
Der Staat will das Militär aufrüsten.
The state wants to arm up the military.
The context makes the meaning clear. If it is about the military, weapons, or states, the military meaning is intended. If it is about computers, machines, or technology, it means technical modernization.
Die Aufrüstung der Armee beunruhigte die Nachbarländer.
The armament of the army worried the neighboring countries.
In a military context, 'Aufrüstung' (armament) is often combined with adjectives such as 'nuklear' (nuclear), 'militärisch' (military), or 'konventionell' (conventional). A well-known phrase is also 'Wettrüsten' (arms race).
Die nukleare Aufrüstung während des Kalten Krieges war eine globale Bedrohung.
Nuclear armament during the Cold War was a global threat.
equipment
'Ausrüstung' and 'Aufrüstung' look and sound very similar, but they do not mean the same thing. 'Ausrüstung' means the things you need for an activity, such as clothing, tools, or devices. 'Aufrüstung' means an expansion or modernization, often in the military field, but also with technology. Learners can easily confuse the words because only one letter is different. Remember: 'Ausrüstung' is what you have and use. 'Aufrüstung' is the process of equipping something to make it stronger, more modern, or better.
Wir planen die Aufrüstung der alten Computer im Büro.
We are planning the upgrade of the old computers in the office.
Für die Wanderung braucht Maria eine gute Ausrüstung und feste Schuhe.
For the hike, Maria needs good equipment and sturdy shoes.