die Einsatzzeit
Translation
deployment time, operational time, mission time, response time
Examples
Die Einsatzzeit der Feuerwehr war kurz.
The fire department's response time was short.
Die genaue Einsatzzeit ist noch unklar.
The exact deployment time is still unclear.
Grammar Patterns
((die Einsatzzeit)) as subject The fire department's response time was short. Die Einsatzzeit der Feuerwehr war kurz.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Operationszeit, Missionsdauer
Etymology
Composed of 'Einsatz' (deployment, operation) and 'Zeit' (time). It literally means 'operation time'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Zeit' (time) it takes for an 'Einsatz' (mission) to be completed.