Das Notsignal
Example: Das Flugzeug sendete ein Notsignal bei technischem Problem.
Definition
"Das Notsignal" refers to an emergency signal used in aviation to alert others of a critical situation, such as a technical problem or danger, requiring immediate assistance or attention to ensure safety.
Etymology
The word "das Notsignal" is composed of two German parts: "Not" meaning emergency or distress, and "Signal" meaning signal. Together, they form a term specifically used for urgent alerts, especially in contexts like aviation where clear communication is vital.
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"Das Notsignal" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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