die Ausbreitung
Translation
spread, propagation, expansion, diffusion
Examples
Die Ausbreitung des Virus ist besorgniserregend.
The spread of the virus is concerning.
Wir beobachten die Ausbreitung der neuen Technologie.
We are observing the spread of the new technology.
Die Ausbreitung der Wüste ist ein Problem.
The expansion of the desert is a problem.
Grammar Patterns
the spread/expansion ((of sth.gen)) the spread/expansion of sth. The Ausbreitung of the fire was rapid.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spread, expansion; Antonyms: containment, limitation
Etymology
From the verb 'ausbreiten' (to spread out), which combines 'aus-' (out) and 'breit' (broad, wide). The '-ung' suffix forms a noun.
Memory Tips
Think of spreading butter 'out' ('aus') over a 'broad' ('breit') slice of bread. This action is the 'Ausbreitung'.