exhibition / issuing
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exhibition
A public presentation of objects, especially works of art, in a museum, gallery, or at a trade fair.
Am Wochenende besuchen wir die neue Foto-Ausstellung im Kunstmuseum.
At the weekend, we're visiting the new photography exhibition at the art museum.
issuing
The formal act of creating and handing over an official document by an authority.
Die Ausstellung eines neuen Personalausweises dauert in der Regel mehrere Wochen.
The issuing of a new identity card usually takes several weeks.
'Ausstellung' (exhibition / issuing) is a noun derived from the verb 'ausstellen' (to exhibit / to issue). The ending '-ung' forms nouns from verbs, and these nouns are always feminine, hence 'die Ausstellung'.
Die Künstlerin stellt ihre neuen Werke aus.
The artist is exhibiting her new works.
The context makes the meaning clear. If it is about art, museums, or galleries, it refers to a presentation of objects. If it is about authorities, passports, or documents, it refers to the act of issuing or creating something.
Die Ausstellung moderner Skulpturen hat mir gut gefallen.
I really liked the exhibition of modern sculptures.
In connection with an art presentation, you often use the verbs 'eine Ausstellung besuchen' (to visit an exhibition), 'besichtigen' (to view), or 'eröffnen' (to open). Common word combinations are 'Kunstausstellung' (art exhibition) or 'Fotoausstellung' (photography exhibition).
Nächste Woche wird im Rathaus eine neue Ausstellung eröffnet.
A new exhibition will open at city hall next week.
The meaning 'creation of a document' is typical of formal official and administrative language. The genitive is often used to indicate what is being issued.
Für die Ausstellung eines Führerscheins benötigen Sie mehrere Unterlagen.
For the issuing of a driver's license, you need several documents.
fair / mass
Both words can refer to a public presentation of products or other objects. „Die Messe“ is typically an organized trade or sales event for companies, while „die Ausstellung“ focuses more on the objects being shown and how they are arranged, and can also be noncommercial. For an industry event, „Messe“ is usually the appropriate choice.
Die Ausstellung im Rathaus zeigt neue Produkte von mehreren kleinen Firmen.
The exhibition at the town hall showcases new products from several small companies.
Auf der Messe für Haushaltsgeräte zeigen mehrere Firmen ihre neuen Produkte.
At the trade fair for household appliances, several companies are showcasing their new products.
