der Schleusenbetrieb
Translation
lock operation
Examples
Der Schleusenbetrieb beginnt um 6 Uhr morgens.
The lock operation starts at 6 a.m.
Wegen Hochwasser wurde der Schleusenbetrieb eingestellt.
Due to high water, the lock operation was suspended.
Grammar Patterns
((the lock operation)) lock operation The lock operation is important for shipping.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Schleusenvorgang (locking process), die Schleusung (locking)
Etymology
A compound of 'Schleuse' (lock, sluice) and 'Betrieb' (operation, business).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Betrieb' (hustle and bustle) involved in operating a large 'Schleuse' (canal lock).