Deflation

dieNoun

deflation; die Deflation

Word details

German meaning
Deflation bezeichnet einen anhaltenden Rückgang des allgemeinen Preisniveaus von Gütern und Dienstleistungen in einer Volkswirtschaft.
English meaning
Deflation refers to a sustained decrease in the general price level of goods and services in an economy.
Synonym
Preisverfall, Geldentwertung
German example
Die Deflation führte zu einer Kaufzurückhaltung der Konsumenten.
English example
The deflation led to consumer reluctance to buy.
Type
Noun
Article
die
Singular Form
die Deflation
Plural Form
die Deflationen

Example sentences with “Deflation”

  1. Die Deflation kann die Wirtschaft schwächen. (Deflation can weaken the economy.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the plural of 'Deflation'?

The plural is 'Deflationen'.