die Ausschöpfung
Translation
exhaustion, depletion, full utilization
Examples
Die Ausschöpfung der Ressourcen ist ein Problem.
The exhaustion of resources is a problem.
Wir streben die volle Ausschöpfung des Potenzials an.
We are aiming for the full utilization of the potential.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the exhaustion/utilization of sth. the exhaustion of the funds
Similar Words
Erschöpfung (exhaustion), Ausnutzung (exploitation)
Etymology
From aus- ('out') + schöpfen ('to scoop, draw') + -ung (noun suffix). Literally 'a scooping out'.
Memory Tips
Picture 'scooping out' all the contents of a container until nothing is left, representing 'depletion'.