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Ausschlag
German → American English
American English
rash
Plötzliche Hautveränderung mit roten Flecken, Pusteln, Juckreiz oder Entzündung; auch technische Ausschlagbewegung oder Messanzeige.
Nach dem neuen Medikament bekam er einen Ausschlag.Use Ausschlag for a skin rash or for a noticeable rise/reading in technical contexts; in medicine, Hautausschlag is often clearer and more specific.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Ausschlag” mean in English?
It usually means “rash” in a medical context.
Is “Ausschlag” the same as “Hautausschlag”?
They are related, but Hautausschlag is more specific and clearly means a skin rash.
Can “Ausschlag” be used outside medicine?
Yes, it can also mean a fluctuation, reading, or rise in technical contexts, depending on the sentence.