Die Grenzkontrolle
Example: Die Grenzkontrolle am Flughafen dauerte heute länger als sonst.
Definition
"Die Grenzkontrolle" refers to the process of checking and verifying the identity and travel documents of individuals at a border, typically between countries, to ensure legal entry and exit. For example, at airports, border control can involve passport checks and security screenings.
Etymology
The term "die Grenzkontrolle" originates from the German words "Grenze," meaning border, and "Kontrolle," meaning control or inspection. It literally translates to 'border control.' Interestingly, the concept became more formalized with the rise of nation-states and regulated international travel in the 20th century.
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"Die Grenzkontrolle" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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