Die Ernährung
Example: Eine ausgewogene Ernährung ist wichtig für die Gesundheit.
Definition
"Die Ernährung" refers to the process or practice of consuming food and nutrients to maintain health and support bodily functions. It encompasses all aspects of diet, including the types and amounts of food eaten, as in the phrase: "Eine ausgewogene Ernährung ist wichtig für die Gesundheit."
Etymology
The German word "die Ernährung" derives from the verb "ernähren," meaning to nourish or feed. It traces back to Old High German "ernëren," linked to the notion of sustaining life. Did you know? The root shares similarities with English 'nourish,' highlighting a common Indo-European heritage.
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"Die Ernährung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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