deletion / extinguishing
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deletion
The removal or anonymization of data, entries, or information, especially in digital systems or official directories.
Nach der Kündigung können Sie die Löschung Ihres Kundenkontos beantragen.
After canceling, you can request the deletion of your customer account.
'Die Löschung' (deletion/extinguishing) is the nominalization of the verb 'löschen' (to delete/to extinguish). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a feminine noun. That is why 'die Löschung' has the same meanings as the verb: removing data, fighting a fire, or striking an entry from a register.
Das Verb ist „löschen“, das Nomen ist „die Löschung“.
The verb is 'löschen' (to delete/to extinguish), the noun is 'die Löschung' (deletion/extinguishing).
You can recognize the meaning of 'Löschung' (deletion/extinguishing) from the context. In connection with 'Daten' (data), 'Konto' (account), or 'Passwort' (password), it is about removing information. With 'Feuer' (fire) or 'Brand' (fire/blaze), it means fighting a fire. In connection with 'Grundbuch' (land register) or 'Handelsregister' (commercial register), it refers to a legal procedure.
Die Löschung der alten Dateien schafft Speicherplatz.
The deletion of the old files frees up storage space.
In a digital context, 'die Löschung' (deletion) is often used with certain verbs. Typical combinations are 'die Löschung von Daten beantragen' (to request the deletion of data), 'eine Löschung durchführen' (to carry out a deletion), or 'die Löschung bestätigen' (to confirm the deletion).
Bitte bestätigen Sie die endgültige Löschung Ihres Profils.
Please confirm the final deletion of your profile.
This meaning of 'Löschung' (deletion) belongs to administrative and technical language. It is mainly used in official, legal, or notarial documents and contexts.
Der Notar kümmert sich um die Löschung der Grundschuld.
The notary is taking care of the deletion of the land charge.
distance / removal
'die Entfernung' and 'die Löschung' can both mean that something is no longer present. 'Entfernung' is more general: you can remove a stain, a sign, or an object. 'Löschung' is used mainly for data, entries, or information, for example in a file or in a register. Learners may confuse the words because you can also 'entfernen' (remove) data. But 'Löschung' sounds more precise when digital or official entries are involved. 'Entfernung' fits better for things in the real world or generally for taking something away.
Vor der Löschung der Datei speichert Tom eine Kopie.
Before deleting the file, Tom saves a copy.
Die Entfernung der alten Farbe war schwieriger als gedacht.
Removing the old paint was more difficult than expected.