flächendeckend
Translation
comprehensive, nationwide, area-wide, blanket
Examples
Wir arbeiten an einem flächendeckenden Ausbau des Netzes.
We are working on a nationwide expansion of the network.
Dank des flächendeckenden Netzes haben alle Zugang.
Thanks to the comprehensive network, everyone has access.
Grammar Patterns
flächendeckend + Noun a comprehensive/nationwide sth. We are working on a nationwide expansion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: umfassend, landesweit, weitverbreitet
Etymology
From 'Fläche' (area) + 'deckend' (covering). Literally 'area-covering'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a blanket ('Decke') 'covering' ('deckend') an entire 'area' ('Fläche').