GERMAN · B2WORD NOTES
MEANING & PRONUNCIATION

die Abnahme

decrease; reduction

Die Abnahme des Verkehrs war deutlich spürbar, nachdem die Durchgangsstraße gesperrt worden war.

The decrease in traffic was clearly noticeable after the through road had been closed.

formal acceptance; acceptance inspection

Bei der Abnahme des Gebäudes wurden Mängel festgestellt, die vor der Nutzung behoben werden mussten.

During the building's acceptance inspection, defects were found that had to be fixed before it could be used.

taking a sample; blood draw

Vor der Abnahme der Blutprobe wurde sie gefragt, wann sie zuletzt gegessen hatte.

Before the blood sample was taken, she was asked when she had last eaten.

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