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exclamation
A short, often loud word or vocal utterance used to express a strong feeling such as surprise, pain, or joy.
Ein lauter Ausruf der Erleichterung ging durch die Menge, als das Kind gerettet wurde.
A loud exclamation of relief went through the crowd when the child was rescued.
The noun 'der Ausruf' (exclamation) is derived directly from the separable verb 'ausrufen' (to call out / to exclaim). It describes the result of the action: when someone calls something out, that is an 'Ausruf' (exclamation).
Als er die Lösung fand, stieß er einen lauten Ausruf aus.
When he found the solution, he let out a loud exclamation.
To describe the feeling behind the exclamation, the genitive is used very frequently. This structure is typical of more formal or written language.
Man hörte einen Ausruf des Erstaunens.
One heard an exclamation of astonishment.
An 'Ausruf' (exclamation) is often combined with the verb 'ausstoßen' (to let out / to utter). You can also 'hören' (hear) or 'unterdrücken' (suppress) an exclamation.
Er konnte einen Ausruf der Überraschung nicht unterdrücken.
He could not suppress an exclamation of surprise.
reputation / call
Both words can refer to a loud utterance that expresses a strong feeling. „Der Ruf“ focuses more on the audible act of calling out, while „der Ausruf“ focuses more on the words uttered or the brief vocal utterance itself. Use „Ruf“ for the act of calling out and „Ausruf“ for the content of the utterance.
Ihr überraschter Ausruf „Das gibt es nicht!“ war im ganzen Haus zu hören.
Her surprised exclamation, “This can’t be happening!”, could be heard throughout the house.
Ihr lauter Ruf nach Hilfe war im ganzen Haus zu hören.
Her loud call for help could be heard throughout the house.
