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Stromausfall
/ˈʃtʁoːmˌʔaʊ̯sˌfal/
power outage
Wegen des Sturms gab es einen Stromausfall in ganz Berlin.
Due to the storm, there was a power outage throughout Berlin.
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A temporary loss of electrical power in a particular area.
Der Stromausfall dauerte über zwei Stunden.
The power outage lasted over two hours.
Nach dem Stromausfall mussten wir Kerzen verwenden.
After the power outage, we had to use candles.
Commonly used in everyday contexts, especially during storms or technical failures.
Collocations
längerer Stromausfallprolonged power outageregionaler Stromausfallregional power outageStromausfall behebento restore power
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Common Contexts
Stromausfall is frequently mentioned in weather reports, emergency announcements, or when discussing power grid reliability. It's a key term for travelers or expats living in Germany.
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Plural Form
The plural of 'Stromausfall' is 'Stromausfälle'. Example: 'In den letzten Wochen gab es mehrere Stromausfälle.'
Word Origin
Compound of 'Strom' (electricity, current) + 'Ausfall' (failure, outage), first attested in the early 20th century.
Usage Notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Often reported in news during severe weather or infrastructure issues.
Word Breakdown
Strom
electricity, current
nounAusfall
failure, outage
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