die Umgebung
Translation
surroundings, environment, vicinity, area
Examples
Die Umgebung ist sehr schön.
The surroundings are very beautiful.
Er wohnt in der näheren Umgebung.
He lives in the immediate vicinity.
Grammar Patterns
in the vicinity of sth. In der Umgebung von Berlin gibt es viele Seen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Umfeld (social environment), die Nachbarschaft (neighbourhood)
Etymology
From 'um-' (around) + 'geben' (to give). Literally what is 'given around' you.
Memory Tips
Think of a ring ('um') around you. Everything inside that ring is your 'Umgebung'.