Schlussdatum

/ˈʃlʊsˌdaːtʊm/
deadline

Das Schlussdatum für die Einreichung der Bewerbung ist der 15. März.

The deadline for submitting the application is March 15th.


Business
formal

The latest date by which something must be completed or submitted.

Bitte beachten Sie das Schlussdatum auf dem Formular.

Please note the deadline on the form.

Das Projekt hat ein festes Schlussdatum.

The project has a fixed deadline.

Commonly used in administrative, legal, or business contexts to refer to a final submission date.

Collocations

Schlussdatum einhaltento meet the deadlineSchlussdatum verpassento miss the deadline

Pro Tip

Avoid confusion with Ablaufdatum

'Schlussdatum' refers to a deadline for submission or completion, while 'Ablaufdatum' refers to the expiration date of a product (e.g., food or medication).

Gold Rule

Use in formal contexts

'Schlussdatum' is typically used in written or formal spoken contexts, such as contracts, official notices, or project plans.

Word Origin

Compound of 'Schluss' (end, conclusion) and 'Datum' (date), first attested in the early 20th century.

Usage Notes

Used in contexts where a final date for submission or completion is required, such as job applications, project timelines, or legal procedures. Avoid confusion with 'Ablaufdatum' (expiration date), which refers to perishable goods.

Word Breakdown

Schluss
end, conclusion
root
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Datum
date
root
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