Das Aussterben
Example: Das Aussterben vieler Tierarten bedroht die ökologische Vielfalt.
Definition
"Das Aussterben" refers to the process by which species, particularly animals or plants, cease to exist completely. It describes the extinction of many species, which poses a threat to ecological diversity and the balance of natural environments.
Etymology
The word "das Aussterben" comes from the German verb "aussterben," which means 'to die out' or 'become extinct.' It is formed by combining "aus," meaning 'out,' with "sterben," meaning 'to die.' Did you know? The term vividly captures the idea of life fading away completely.
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"Das Aussterben" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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