die Exportüberschüsse
Translation
export surpluses, trade surpluses
Examples
Das Land erzielt hohe Exportüberschüsse.
The country achieves high export surpluses.
Exportüberschüsse können die Währung stärken.
Export surpluses can strengthen the currency.
Grammar Patterns
Use ((Exportüberschüsse)) as a subject/object High export surpluses are a feature of the economy.
Similar Words
Synonym: Handelsüberschuss; Antonym: Exportdefizit
Etymology
A compound of 'Export' (export) and 'Überschüsse' (surpluses). 'Überschuss' comes from 'über' (over) + 'Schuss' (shot/amount).
Memory Tips
Think of it as an 'over-shot' of exports. The value of exports is 'over' the value of imports, creating a surplus.