removal
das Entfernen
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removal
The act of taking something away, getting rid of it, or extracting it so that it is no longer in its previous location.
Das Entfernen des Flecks dauerte länger als erwartet.
Removing the stain took longer than expected.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Entfernens |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Entfernen | – |
| accusative | das Entfernen | – |
| dative | dem Entfernen | – |
| genitive | des Entfernens | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Das Entfernen' (removing/removal) is the nominalized form of 'entfernen' (to remove) and refers to the process as a thing or activity. It therefore often appears with 'des' or with 'von' and the object being removed.
Das Entfernen des alten Teppichs war sehr aufwendig.
Removing the old carpet was very time-consuming.
After 'das Entfernen' (removing/removal), the object being removed can appear in the genitive. This construction is particularly concise and frequently occurs in written or factual texts.
Das Entfernen hartnäckiger Verschmutzungen erfordert Geduld.
Removing stubborn dirt requires patience.
'Das Entfernen' (removing/removal) is often used with things that are eliminated or extracted, for example 'das Entfernen von Flecken' (removing stains), 'das Entfernen von Unkraut' (removing weeds), or 'das Entfernen von Schadstoffen' (removing pollutants).
Das Entfernen von Unkraut gehört zur regelmäßigen Gartenarbeit.
Removing weeds is part of regular gardening.
