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reduction
The reduction or decrease of something in terms of amount, size, price, or scope.
Die Reduzierung der Geschwindigkeit auf 30 km/h soll die Sicherheit erhöhen.
The reduction of the speed limit to 30 km/h is intended to increase safety.
reduction
In chemistry, the process by which an atom, ion, or molecule gains electrons. It is the opposite process of oxidation.
Bei der Elektrolyse von Wasser findet an der Kathode eine Reduzierung von Wasserstoffionen statt.
During the electrolysis of water, a reduction of hydrogen ions takes place at the cathode.
'Reduzierung' (reduction) is derived from the verb 'reduzieren' (to reduce). The ending '-ung' forms a feminine noun that describes the action or result of the verb. Many German nouns follow this pattern.
Die Reduzierung der Arbeitsstunden war ein Wunsch der Mitarbeiter.
The reduction of working hours was something the employees wanted.
When describing what is being reduced, you use the genitive or 'von' + dative. To indicate the extent of the reduction, you use 'um' + accusative.
Die Reduzierung des Plastikmülls ist eine große Herausforderung.
The reduction of plastic waste is a major challenge.
In everyday language, 'Reduzierung' (reduction) is often used in economic or social contexts. Typical combinations are the reduction of costs, emissions, staff, or noise.
Die Firma kündigte eine Reduzierung des Personals an.
The company announced a reduction in staff.
The meaning from chemistry is purely technical language. You can recognize it from typical words such as 'Oxidation' (oxidation), 'Elektronenaufnahme' (electron uptake), or 'chemische Reaktion' (chemical reaction) in the same sentence or text.
Im Chemieunterricht haben wir die Reduzierung von Kupferoxid besprochen.
In chemistry class, we discussed the reduction of copper oxide.
reduction / extraction / dismantling
Abbau and Reduzierung can both refer to a decrease in staff, costs, or scope. Abbau is especially common in these areas and can suggest a gradual decline leading to complete elimination; Reduzierung describes the smaller amount or size more neutrally. Choose Abbau for the process and Reduzierung for the result or extent.
Im nächsten Jahr plant die Firma eine Reduzierung des Personals um zehn Prozent.
The company plans to reduce its staff by ten percent next year.
Im nächsten Jahr plant die Firma einen schrittweisen Abbau von Personal.
The company plans to gradually reduce its staff next year.
