Ausschiffung

/ˈaʊ̯sˌʃɪfʊŋ/
disembarkation

Die Ausschiffung der Passagiere erfolgt um 14 Uhr.

The disembarkation of the passengers takes place at 2 PM.


formal

The process of passengers or goods leaving a ship after arrival.

Nach der langen Seereise war die Ausschiffung eine Erleichterung für alle.

After the long sea journey, the disembarkation was a relief for everyone.

Die Ausschiffung der Container vom Frachter dauerte mehrere Stunden.

The unloading of the containers from the freighter took several hours.

Often used in maritime and logistics contexts. Can refer to passengers or cargo.

Collocations

Ausschiffung der Passagieredisembarkation of passengersAusschiffung von Warenunloading of goodsAusschiffungshafenport of disembarkation

Antonyms

Pro Tip

Contextual Clues

If you encounter 'Ausschiffung' in a travel document or shipping contract, it almost always refers to the disembarkation process. Think of it as the opposite of 'Einschiffung' (embarkation).

Gold Rule

Ship vs. Plane

Ausschiffung is specifically for ships. For planes, use 'Ausstieg' (exit) or 'Landung' (landing).

Word Origin

From 'aus-' (prefix indicating outward movement) + 'Schiff' (ship) + '-ung' (suffix forming nouns of action). Literally 'out-shipping' or 'un-shipping'.

Usage Notes

Primarily used in formal or technical contexts, such as maritime law, shipping industry, or travel documentation. Avoid using in casual conversation.

Word Breakdown

aus-
prefix indicating outward movement or completion
prefix
+
Schiff
ship
root
+
-ung
suffix forming nouns of action or result
suffix
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