der Durchlauf
Translation
run, pass, cycle, throughput
Examples
Der erste Durchlauf des Programms war erfolgreich.
The first run of the program was successful.
Wir brauchen mehrere Durchläufe für den Test.
We need several runs for the test.
Der Durchlauf des Wassers wird hier gemessen.
The flow of water is measured here.
Grammar Patterns
the run/pass ((of sth.)) The first run of the program was successful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: run, pass, cycle; Antonym: standstill
Etymology
From 'durch' (through) and 'Lauf' (run, course). Literally a 'through-run'.
Memory Tips
Picture a process 'running through' from start to finish, like a computer program or a manufacturing cycle.