A new, often revised or updated edition of an already published work such as a book, a piece of software, or a musical score.
example
Der Verlag hat eine Neuausgabe des Klassikers mit einem modernen Cover herausgebracht.
The publisher released a new edition of the classic with a modern cover.
Usage tips
Compound structure
The word consists of the prefix 'Neu-' (new) and the noun 'Ausgabe' (edition/issue). So it literally refers to a new version or issue of something that already exists.
EXAMPLE
Die Neuausgabe des Wörterbuchs enthält viele aktuelle Begriffe.
The new edition of the dictionary contains many current terms.
Context clue
The context makes clear which meaning is intended. If the sentences talk about books, films, or software, it refers to a new edition. If they are about shares, bonds, or the stock market, the financial meaning is intended.
EXAMPLE
Die Neuausgabe des Romans hat ein Vorwort des Autors.
The new edition of the novel has a foreword by the author.
Typical collocations
In the meaning of 'new edition,' the word is often combined with media products. Typical phrases are 'Neuausgabe eines Buches' (new edition of a book), 'eines Albums' (of an album), or 'einer Software' (of a piece of software). Common verbs are 'herausbringen' (to release) or 'veröffentlichen' (to publish).
EXAMPLE
Die Band plant eine Neuausgabe ihres ersten Albums auf Vinyl.
The band is planning a new edition of their first album on vinyl.
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The meaning in finance is technical language. It is mainly used in economic and financial contexts such as news reports or business reports.
EXAMPLE
Die Analysten bewerten die geplante Neuausgabe der Staatsanleihen positiv.
The analysts view the planned new issue of government bonds positively.
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near_synonym · confusable
Neuausgabe vs Ausgabe
expense / issue / output
'die Ausgabe' and 'die Neuausgabe' can both mean an edition or version of a work. 'Ausgabe' is general and only says that it is a particular version. 'Neuausgabe' means that a work was published before and is now being released again, often revised or updated. The words can be confused because a 'Neuausgabe' is also an 'Ausgabe'. If the new character is important, use 'Neuausgabe'. If you only mean a particular version, 'Ausgabe' is enough.
Neuausgabe
Finn kauft die Neuausgabe des Reiseführers, weil die alten Informationen nicht mehr stimmen.
Finn is buying the new edition of the travel guide because the old information is no longer accurate.
Ausgabe
Für die Prüfung benutzt Johanna eine ältere Ausgabe des Wörterbuchs.
Johanna is using an older edition of the dictionary for the exam.