der Ausbau
Translation
expansion, extension, development, removal
Examples
Der Ausbau des Netzes ist wichtig.
The expansion of the network is important.
Der Ausbau des Hauses dauert lange.
The extension of the house is taking a long time.
Der Ausbau des Motors war schwierig.
The removal of the engine was difficult.
Grammar Patterns
((the expansion/extension)) ((of sth.)) expansion of sth. Der Ausbau des Netzes ist notwendig.
((the removal)) ((of sth.)) removal of sth. Der Ausbau des alten Fensters war einfach.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expansion, extension; Antonyms: dismantling
Etymology
From 'aus' (out/complete) + 'Bau' (building/construction). Building outwards or finishing a structure.
Memory Tips
Think of 'building out' (Aus-bau) to make something bigger or 'building out' a part to remove it.