der Rücklauf
Translation
return flow, reflux, response, feedback
Examples
Der Rücklauf des Wassers ist blockiert.
The return flow of the water is blocked.
Der Rücklauf bei der Umfrage war sehr hoch.
The response to the survey was very high.
Grammar Patterns
the return flow ((of sth.)) The return flow of the water is blocked.
the response ((to sth.)) The response to the survey was high.
Similar Words
Rückfluss (reflux), Antwort (answer), Feedback; Antonyms: Vorlauf (forward flow)
Etymology
From Rück- ('back') + Lauf ('run', 'flow'). Literally a 'back-run' or 'back-flow'.
Memory Tips
Visualize something 'running back' (Rück-lauf): either water in a pipe or survey responses coming back to you.