Die Entdeckung
Example: Die Entdeckung neuer Tiere macht die Wissenschaft spannend.
Definition
"Die Entdeckung" refers to the act or process of finding or learning something for the first time, often something previously unknown or hidden. It involves uncovering new information, places, or objects that add to existing knowledge or understanding.
Etymology
The word "die Entdeckung" comes from the German verb "entdecken," which means to discover or uncover. It combines the prefix "ent-" meaning 'un-' or 'away,' with "decken," meaning 'to cover.' So, "die Entdeckung" literally means 'the uncovering.' Did you know this term highlights the idea of revealing something hidden?
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"Die Entdeckung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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