der Abschwung
Translation
downturn, recession, downswing, slump
Examples
Die Wirtschaft erlebt einen Abschwung.
The economy is experiencing a downturn.
Nach dem Abschwung hoffen alle auf Besserung.
After the slump, everyone is hoping for improvement.
Grammar Patterns
an economic downturn The forecasts warn of an economic downturn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rezession, Rückgang; Antonyms: Aufschwung, Boom
Etymology
From 'ab-' (down, away) and 'Schwung' (swing, momentum). It literally means a 'down-swing'.
Memory Tips
Picture a swing going down ('ab-'). This downward 'Schwung' (swing) represents an economic downturn.