die Abschaltung
Translation
shutdown, deactivation, switching off, disconnection
Examples
Die Abschaltung des Kraftwerks ist geplant.
The shutdown of the power plant is planned.
Eine automatische Abschaltung verhinderte größeren Schaden.
An automatic shutdown prevented major damage.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the shutdown of sth. The shutdown of the power plant is scheduled for tomorrow.
(as subject/object) An automatic shutdown prevented further damage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shutdown, deactivation; Antonyms: Einschaltung (switching on), Aktivierung (activation)
Etymology
From the verb 'abschalten' (to switch off). 'ab-' (off) + 'schalten' (to switch) + '-ung' (noun suffix).
Memory Tips
The '-ung' suffix turns the action of 'abschalten' (switching off) into a noun: 'the act of switching off' or 'shutdown'.