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A procedure in which something is decided by chance, for example by drawing lots, especially the matchups in a competition.
Die Auslosung für das Viertelfinale der Champions League findet heute statt.
The draw for the Champions League quarterfinals takes place today.
'Auslosung' is derived from the separable verb 'auslosen' (to draw lots). It consists of 'aus-' and 'losen' (to draw lots). The prefix 'aus-' emphasizes the aspect of selecting from a larger group by chance.
Die Gewinner werden morgen per Zufallsprinzip ausgelost.
The winners will be chosen at random tomorrow.
To state the purpose of the draw, the preposition 'für' with the accusative or the genitive is usually used. For example: 'die Auslosung für das Turnier' (the draw for the tournament) or 'die Auslosung der Gruppenphase' (the draw for the group stage).
Alle warten gespannt auf die Auslosung für die nächste Runde.
Everyone is eagerly waiting for the draw for the next round.
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of competitions, tournaments, or lotteries. Typical verbs that occur with it are 'stattfinden' (to take place), 'erfolgen' (to be carried out/take place), or 'live übertragen werden' (to be broadcast live).
Die Auslosung der WM-Gruppen findet in Zürich statt.
The draw for the World Cup groups takes place in Zurich.
raffle
Auslosung and Verlosung both involve a decision made at random. An Auslosung determines, for example, opponents or starting positions. A Verlosung, by contrast, typically distributes prizes to randomly selected winners.
Bei der Auslosung erhalten die Teilnehmer zufällig ihre Gegner.
In the draw, the participants are randomly assigned their opponents.
Bei der Verlosung erhalten die Teilnehmer zufällig ihre Preise.
In the raffle, the participants are randomly assigned their prizes.
