die Abluft
Translation
exhaust air, waste air, vented air
Examples
Die Abluft wird durch einen Filter gereinigt.
The exhaust air is cleaned by a filter.
Die Dunstabzugshaube saugt die Abluft an.
The extractor hood sucks in the exhaust air.
Grammar Patterns
((from sth.)) the exhaust air from sth. The exhaust air from the kitchen smells of food.
Similar Words
Synonym: exhaust; Antonym: die Zuluft (supply air)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (away) + 'Luft' (air). Literally 'away-air' or air that is led away.
Memory Tips
Think of 'abnormal air' ('ab-Luft') that needs to be removed from a room.