Die Wasserverschmutzung
Example: Die Wasserverschmutzung gefährdet viele Tierarten im Fluss.
Definition
"Die Wasserverschmutzung" refers to the contamination of water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and oceans by harmful substances, which poses significant risks to aquatic life and ecosystems, as well as to human health and environmental quality.
Etymology
The German word "die Wasserverschmutzung" combines "Wasser" meaning water and "Verschmutzung" meaning pollution or contamination. It literally translates to water pollution, describing the process of making water dirty or unsafe.
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"Die Wasserverschmutzung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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