noun
production, manufacturing
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Produktion means 'production' or 'manufacturing'. It's a feminine noun (die Produktion) with plural Produktionen; common meanings include the process of making goods and stage/film production. It's a regular feminine noun with -en plural. No special prepositions or irregular plural; context determines exact sense.
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Die Produktion von Autos wurde in diesem Jahr erhöht.
The production of cars was increased this year.
Die Produktion des neuen Modells startet im Mai.
Production of the new model starts in May.
Nach dem Brand stellte die Firma die Produktion ein, weil die Maschinen beschädigt worden waren.
After the fire the company stopped production because the machines had been damaged.
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Picture a factory assembly line with a big sign 'Produktion'.
Looks like English 'production' — almost identical.
die (feminine) — think 'die Produktion' as 'the production'
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Refers to the process of producing goods or a specific production run. Plural 'Produktionen' often used for events or artistic productions as well.