die Ausfuhr
export
The sale and transport of goods or services abroad; export.
EXAMPLE
Die Ausfuhr von Maschinen ist für die deutsche Wirtschaft von großer Bedeutung.
The export of machinery is very important for the German economy.
die Ausfuhr
export
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Meanings
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Word structure
'Ausfuhr' (export) is derived from the verb 'ausführen' (to export). The logic behind it is that goods are 'geführt' (led/carried) 'aus' (out of) the country. So the word can be understood very literally.
EXAMPLE
Die Regierung möchte die Ausfuhr von landwirtschaftlichen Produkten fördern.
The government wants to promote the export of agricultural products.
Word family
'Ausfuhr' (export) belongs to a word family that describes directions in trade. Other members are 'die Einfuhr' (import) and 'die Durchfuhr' (transit). The prefixes 'aus-', 'ein-', and 'durch-' define the direction.
EXAMPLE
Für die Einfuhr und Ausfuhr von Waren gelten oft unterschiedliche Regeln.
Different rules often apply to the import and export of goods.
Typical collocations
Common verbs used with 'Ausfuhr' (export) are 'genehmigen' (to approve), 'beschränken' (to restrict), 'fördern' (to promote), or 'steigern' (to increase). Usually, what is being exported is also mentioned, e.g. 'die Ausfuhr von Autos' (the export of cars).
EXAMPLE
Das Land hat die Ausfuhr von seltenen Hölzern streng beschränkt.
The country has strictly restricted the export of rare woods.
Context: economics
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of economics, trade, politics, and logistics. It is less common in everyday conversation.
EXAMPLE
In den Nachrichten wurde über die neuen Zahlen zur Ausfuhr berichtet.
The news reported on the new export figures.
Compare with
Ausfuhr vs Export
export
Both words refer to the sale or transport of goods and services abroad. „Export“ is the more general economic term, while „Ausfuhr“ is especially common in official and customs-related language. In everyday business, usually use „Export“; in official contexts, „Ausfuhr“ is more typical.
Ausfuhr
Die Ausfuhr der Waren wurde am Zoll sorgfältig kontrolliert.
The export of the goods was carefully inspected at customs.
Export
Das Unternehmen steigert den Export seiner Waren nach Frankreich.
The company is increasing its exports of goods to France.
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