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die Nutzung
use / usage
The use or utilization of something; making use of an object, service, or opportunity.
example
Die Nutzung des Fitnessstudios ist im Hotelpreis inbegriffen.
Use of the gym is included in the hotel price.
die Nutzung
use / usage
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Meanings
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Usage tips
Word formation with -ung
'Nutzung' (use/usage) is derived from the verb 'nutzen' (to use). The ending '-ung' turns verbs into feminine nouns that describe the process or result of the action.
EXAMPLE
Die sichere Nutzung des Geräts wird in der Anleitung erklärt.
The safe use of the device is explained in the manual.
Use with genitive
The noun 'Nutzung' (use/usage) is very often combined with a genitive object to say what is being used. Alternatively, especially in spoken language, 'von' + dative is also used.
EXAMPLE
Die Nutzung des Telefons während der Fahrt ist verboten.
Using the phone while driving is prohibited.
Style and register
The word 'Nutzung' (use/usage) belongs more to written language and to formal or technical contexts. It is often found in manuals, contracts, or official notices.
EXAMPLE
Die missbräuchliche Nutzung der Plattform führt zur Sperrung des Kontos.
Misuse of the platform will result in the account being blocked.
Context clue: legal language
The second meaning of 'Nutzung' (use/usufruct) is a technical term from the legal and agricultural fields. You can recognize this meaning from words like 'Grundstück' (plot of land), 'Pacht' (lease), 'landwirtschaftlich' (agricultural), or 'forstwirtschaftlich' (forestry-related) in the same sentence.
EXAMPLE
Der Vertrag sichert ihm die alleinige Nutzung des Waldes für die nächsten 20 Jahre zu.
The contract grants him sole use of the forest for the next 20 years.
Typical collocations
Common adjectives that describe 'Nutzung' (use/usage) are 'private' (private), 'kommerzielle' (commercial), 'tägliche' (daily), or 'kostenlose' (free). It also often appears in the phrase 'zur Nutzung zur Verfügung stehen' (to be available for use).
EXAMPLE
Die private Nutzung des Dienstwagens ist vertraglich geregelt.
Private use of the company car is regulated by contract.
Compare with
Nutzung vs Einsatz
operation / effort / use
'der Einsatz' and 'die Nutzung' can both mean that something is being used. 'Einsatz' fits especially well when a resource, tool, or method is deliberately used for a goal. It sounds more active and often a bit more planned. 'Nutzung' is more general and means the use of a thing, service, or opportunity, often over a certain period of time. The words can be confused because both have to do with 'benutzen' (to use). As a simple guide: with a method or aid used for a goal, people often say 'Einsatz'; with a service, room, device, or offer, they often say 'Nutzung'.
Nutzung
Die Nutzung des Fahrradraums ist für alle Mieter kostenlos.
Use of the bicycle room is free for all tenants.
Einsatz
Der Einsatz neuer Technik spart im Lager viel Zeit.
The use of new technology saves a lot of time in the warehouse.
In real life
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