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The formal act of giving or dispensing something, especially medication or injections.
Die korrekte Verabreichung des Medikaments ist für den Heilungsprozess entscheidend.
The correct administration of the medication is crucial for the healing process.
This noun comes from the verb 'verabreichen' (to administer). The verb itself is made up of 'ver-', 'ab', and 'reichen' (to hand/reach), and means to give or dispense something in a formal way.
Der Arzt wird Ihnen das Medikament verabreichen.
The doctor will administer the medication to you.
'Verabreichung' (administration) is a very formal word. It is used almost exclusively in medical, pharmaceutical, or legal contexts.
Im Beipackzettel finden Sie Hinweise zur Verabreichung.
You will find instructions on administration in the package leaflet.
To say what is being administered, German usually uses the genitive or the preposition 'von' (of). Both forms are correct and common.
Die Verabreichung des Impfstoffs dauert nur wenige Sekunden.
The administration of the vaccine takes only a few seconds.
expense / issue / output
'die Ausgabe' and 'die Verabreichung' can both mean that someone gives something to others. 'Ausgabe' is broader and fits the distribution or handing out of things, for example food, forms, or materials. 'Verabreichung' is more formal and is used especially for medications or injections. The words can be confused because in both cases something is being given. In everyday life and with objects, you are more likely to say 'Ausgabe'. In a medical context, 'Verabreichung' is more precise.
Die Ärztin erklärt dem Patienten die Verabreichung des neuen Medikaments.
The doctor explains the administration of the new medication to the patient.
Am Abend beginnt die Ausgabe der warmen Mahlzeiten im Gemeindehaus.
In the evening, the distribution of hot meals begins at the community center.