extraction / acquisition
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extraction
The process of extracting, mining, or producing a raw material or substance from a natural source.
Die Gewinnung von Salz aus Meerwasser ist ein alter Prozess.
The extraction of salt from seawater is an old process.
acquisition
The process of obtaining or acquiring something intangible, such as information, energy, or also new members or customers.
Die Gewinnung von Neukunden ist ein zentrales Ziel des Unternehmens.
The acquisition of new customers is a central goal of the company.
'Gewinnung' (extraction/acquisition) is a noun derived from the verb 'gewinnen' (to win/gain/obtain). The ending '-ung' turns the action of obtaining something into a process. So it is always about receiving, obtaining, or acquiring something.
Das Unternehmen will seinen Marktanteil gewinnen.
The company wants to gain market share.
The noun 'Gewinnung' is almost always used with a preposition that indicates what is obtained or what it is obtained from. The most common patterns are 'die Gewinnung von + dative' or 'die Gewinnung aus + dative'.
Die Gewinnung von sauberem Trinkwasser ist eine große Herausforderung.
The extraction of clean drinking water is a major challenge.
In the context of raw materials, 'Gewinnung' is often combined with materials that come from the earth or nature. Typical examples are 'die Gewinnung von Öl' (the extraction of oil), 'die Gewinnung von Kohle' (the mining/extraction of coal), 'die Gewinnung von Erzen' (the extraction of ores), or 'die Gewinnung von Salz' (the extraction of salt).
Die Gewinnung von Erdöl in der Tiefsee ist technisch sehr aufwendig.
The extraction of crude oil in the deep sea is technically very complex.
In the figurative meaning, 'Gewinnung' is used for intangible things. Common combinations are 'die Gewinnung von Informationen' (the acquisition of information), 'die Gewinnung von Energie' (the generation of energy), or 'die Gewinnung von neuen Mitgliedern' (the recruitment of new members).
Die Marketingabteilung ist für die Gewinnung von Neukunden zuständig.
The marketing department is responsible for acquiring new customers.
support / extraction
Förderung and Gewinnung can both refer to the process of getting a raw material out of the earth. Förderung focuses on the ongoing extraction and technical production, whereas Gewinnung refers more generally to obtaining the raw material and can include additional steps. Use Förderung for the production process and Gewinnung for the broader process.
Die Gewinnung von Erdöl umfasst mehrere Schritte bis zum nutzbaren Rohstoff.
The extraction of oil involves several steps before it becomes a usable raw material.
Die Förderung des Erdöls erfolgt über mehrere Bohrungen.
The oil is extracted through several wells.
