Auftragens

Auftragens is a German noun form related to the verb auftragen. It denotes the act of applying or laying something onto a surface, forming a coating or layer. In standard German, the more common nominalized form is das Auftragen, while Auftragens appears chiefly in phrases where the noun is declined, such as das Auftragens von Farbe.

Etymology and usage

The term derives from auf- (onto, on) and tragen (to carry, to apply). The prefix conveys the sense of transferring or placing a substance onto a surface. As a concept, Auftragens is used across several technical and everyday contexts to describe the process of adding material rather than the material itself.

Contexts

In painting and coatings, das Auftragen refers to applying paint, varnish, or sealants, typically in thin, evenly distributed layers. In cosmetics, it denotes applying makeup or skincare products to the skin. In medicine and pharmacy, it means applying a topical preparation such as an ointment or cream to a specific area. In laboratory and manufacturing settings, Auftragen describes controlled deposition of substances using methods like brushing, spraying, or pipetting.

Terminology and variants

While Auftrangen and Auftragen are closely related in everyday speech, the most common noun is Auftragen. Auftragens occurs mainly as a declined form within phrases such as das Auftragens von Farbe. The concept is often translated into English as “application” or “laying on,” depending on the context.