noun
information, enquiry desk
A1
Auskunft (die) means 'information' or an 'enquiry desk' at stations or offices. Use it for giving or asking facts (Auskunft geben/erhalten). Plural is Auskünfte (note umlaut). It's a feminine noun; its usual collocations are Auskunft geben and an der Auskunft (at the information desk).
Examples
Die Touristin bat am Schalter um Auskunft, obwohl die Mitarbeiterin müde war, damit sie den richtigen Zug finden konnte.
The tourist asked for information at the counter even though the employee was tired, so that she could find the right train.
Ich brauche Auskunft über die Öffnungszeiten.
I need information about the opening hours.
Am Schalter 3 bekommen Sie Auskunft.
You can get information at counter 3.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture an information desk with a big sign 'Auskunft'.
think 'out-curity' — information out there.
Die Auskunft — think 'die' & 'details' (both feminine anchors) to remember feminine.
Notes
'Auskunft' often refers to an information desk or the provision of specific information.