Meaning 1neutral · 82%
A decrease in the amount, frequency, or level of something.
Natural examples
Der Rückgang der Besucherzahlen überraschte das Museum.
The decline in visitor numbers surprised the museum.
Im Winter gab es einen deutlichen Rückgang der Nachfrage.
There was a marked decline in demand during winter.
Der Rückgang wurde nach der Reparatur gestoppt.
The decline stopped after the repair.
Usage note
Rückgang is masculine: der Rückgang; plural Rückgänge. Common phrases include a decline in demand and a marked decline.
Mini-lesson: Rückgang
A decrease in the amount, frequency, or level of something. Rückgang is masculine: der Rückgang; plural Rückgänge. Common phrases include a decline in demand and a marked decline.
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