Also means
directory enquiries
Usage Note
Auskunft is the standard term for requested information given to a person; Auskunft erteilen ('to provide information') and um Auskunft bitten ('to ask for information') are essential collocations.
Examples
"Könnten Sie mir bitte Auskunft über die Öffnungszeiten geben?"
Natural Translation
Could you please give me information about the opening hours?
Literal Translation
Could you me please information about the opening-hours give?

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