abtransportieren
Die Möbel müssen abtransportiert werden.
The furniture has to be transported away.
to remove or carry something away from a place, especially for disposal or relocation
Der Müll wird zweimal pro Woche abtransportiert.
The trash is collected twice a week.
Nach dem Fest wurden die leeren Flaschen abtransportiert.
After the party, the empty bottles were taken away.
Commonly used in contexts involving waste removal, moving, or logistics. Often implies an organized process rather than a single action.
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Pro Tip
Common Prefix 'ab-'
Many German verbs use 'ab-' to indicate separation or removal. Examples: 'abschließen' (to lock up), 'abstellen' (to turn off/place down), 'abgeben' (to hand over). Recognizing this prefix helps predict meanings of unfamiliar verbs.
Gold Rule
Separation vs. Direction
The prefix 'ab-' in 'abtransportieren' emphasizes the removal aspect (away from the current location), not just transportation. Contrast with 'transportieren' alone, which implies movement without specifying direction.
Word Origin
Compound of 'ab-' (prefix indicating removal/separation) + 'transportieren' (from French 'transporter', ultimately from Latin 'transportare'). The prefix 'ab-' is a Germanic particle reinforcing the idea of movement away from a point.
Usage Notes
The prefix 'ab-' in German often indicates separation or removal (e.g., 'abholen' = to pick up, 'abgeben' = to hand over). This verb is frequently used in administrative or logistical contexts (e.g., waste management, moving services).